How to Use a Sailboat Winch
A sailboat winch is only as safe as the technique behind it: how many wraps, how you tail the line, and how you ease it under load. Here is the...
Sailboat WinchesHow-To Guides
Choose winches sized to your sails and loads, and keep them turning smoothly with regular service. Learn about self-tailing, gear ratios, and how to match winches to your boat.
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How to Choose a Sailboat Winch: Size, Power Ratio & Placement
A practical, cross-brand guide to sizing sailboat winches by power ratio, sail area and load — covering self-tailing vs standard, one- vs two-speed, aluminum vs stainless, and where each winch...
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How to Choose the Right Harken Winch
Yacht winches are generally pretty durable, with long lifespans. However, eventually you might want to consider replacing them. Perhaps you would like a self-tailing winch, one with a new function,...
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Electric Winches, Conversion Kits & Accessories
How do you swap manual grinding for push-button trimming? Learn the difference between full electric winches and conversion kits, and how boat size, load, and 12V versus 24V power decide...
