Know Your Sailboat’s RIG! Tips and Techniques from a PRO to keep your SPAR up and your COSTS down!

@boatfools  #rigging #sailing #sailboats Know Your Sailboat RIG! Tips, Tricks, and Techniques from a PRO to keep your SPAR up and your COSTS down! Welcome to BoatFools Sailing! Knowing your rig is essential to understanding your sailboat. It's one of the most crucial pieces of equipment on board. Just like your engine and other components, your rig needs proper care and maintenance. That's why we've brought in Kyle, a professional rigger with 20 years of experience, to share his expert tips, tricks, and techniques for keeping your spars and rigging in top condition. Kyle will guide us through what to look for to avoid potential problems. Environmental factors can affect how often you need to maintain your equipment, so it's important to consider your specific location. Here in the Northeast, we take our spar out for 7+ months during the off-season, making it the perfect time to inspect everything thoroughly. But even if your mast stays on your boat year-round, or your boat is in the water 365 days a year, you can still benefit from the advice in this DIY video. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a novice boat owner, there's something valuable for everyone. Even with 80 years of combined sailing experience between Canadian Ken and me, we learned a lot from Kyle. If you're new to owning a boat, this video is definitely for you. For those in Maine, particularly the mid-coast area, if you need the services of a professional rigger, you can reach Kyle at kswitbeck@gmail.com. Thanks for watching, and don't forget to subscribe for more sailing tips and adventures! - BoatFools Sailing