DIY Chainplates, Mizzen Mast Support. Dyneema Rigging Episode 8

Описание: Finally we have Dyneema Chainplates in position, plus we get closer to raising the Mizzen Mast, More watertight battery box progress and shiny new stuff.
We are changing all the standing rigging on our 1977 Rival 38 to Dyneema synthetic rigging. That includes all shrouds, stays and even the chainplates for both masts of our ketch rig.

This is the 8th episode in our Dyneema series that will cover all the design choices, the practicalities of a completely DIY re-rig and then how it works out when we go sailing.

Our goal is a rig that is:
stronger
lighter
cheaper
allows us to sail faster
lasts longer
can be DIY maintained even replaced, anywhere in the world

We are now living aboard our Rival 38 Centre Cockpit full-time while finishing a refit so we can launch ASAP.

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When we bought Vida in August 2019 she was in a very tired and damp condition with all original equipment and fittings (much of it not working). We have removed all the gas, diesel and paraffin equipment, and are installing all-electric (motor, cooking etc). More details on our blog at https://sustainablesailing.net/

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Updated 23/01/26 JW

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