What Model of Lewmar Vertical Windlass is on My 1989 Sabre 34 MK II?
What model of Lewmar vertical windlass is on my 1989 Sabre 34 MK II? The answer depends on whether you need a horizontal or vertical unit. A horizontal windlass is...
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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What Is a Self-Tailing Winch, and Does Your Sailboat Need One?
A self-tailing winch uses a spring-loaded jaw at the top of the drum to grip and hold a sheet or halyard automatically, so one sailor can grind and tail a...
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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...
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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...
