The Skipper's Mast and
Rigging Guide is a new title in our popular series of laminated cockpit guides
that are designed for easy reference on board in all weather conditions. Of all
the elements that are hard to set up on a sailboat, gauging how mast, running
rigging and standing rigging should work in combination with each other is
perhaps the trickiest of arts - some might call it a black art. And of course
it is essential to get it right in order to stabilise the mast, reduce undue
stress and consequently ensure the safety of everyone on board. This handy
cockpit guide will simplify and explain to the reader exactly how to set up
their mast, rigging and running rigging for whatever size of yacht and with
whatever rig combination. It will take the reader through the basics of setting
up and adjusting their rig step by step with helpful diagrams and detailed
colour photographs throughout. With this book in one hand and a spanner in the
other, skippers will be able to make their own adjustments without having to
call in expensive riggers.