SAILING MAST AND RIGGING
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covered by US PATENT NO. 4911093
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Easy
Easier to sail than a traditional rig. One control line for both sails. Self-tacking and self-tending with just a turn of the tiller or wheel. The sails can be furled and reefed similar to a traditional rig.

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Improved Performance
End plates generate more power. Self tacking jib makes for fast tacking and controlled gybing. This power is
balanced and the sheet load is reduced by %50. The low center of effort and the reduced height of the mast creates less heeling moment and reduces the need for deep draft and heavy ballast

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Less Maintenance
The BALANCED RIGTM requires less rigging, sails and deck gear – reducing maintenance and downtime for repairs.

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Safer
The BALANCED RIGTM is balanced, reducing force loads on the sails and rigging, and lightening the load on the single control sheet. This makes for a safer, more reliable and more enjoyable sailing experience.The free-standing BALANCED RIGTM means that there is no standing rigging to fatigue or fail.

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The BALANCED RIGTM also allows excellent forward and all-round visibility under sail for maneuvering, navigation, safety, and sailing enjoyment.

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Free-standing,
rotating rig


Self-tacking, self-vanging, self-tending


50% less boom load for the total rig as it is balanced


The end plates create more sail power and sail control


Fun, Fast, Easy and Revolutionary


100% Roller furling or hanks and slides may be used


The versatility of the BALANCED RIGTM allows a variety of applications from small performance sailors to around the world racers, mega yachts and cruise ships


Simplified boat construction as chainplates, headstay, and backstay attachment points are not needed


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