Rigging Dimensions*
Rig Dimensions - The following abreviations are often used
to describe various measurements on a sailboat. Precise technical definitions exist for each abbreviation, but the following is a list of simple descriptions
- LOA - Length Overall - Overall tip-to-tip length of the boat
- LWL - Length Waterline - Length of waterline of the boat
- DWL - Design Waterline - Theoretical waterline length of boat as opposed to LWL, which is actual waterline length
- BMX - Beam Maximum - Width of the boat at the widest point
- BWL - Beam Waterlin - Widest beam of the boat at the waterline
- I - Height of the foretriangle measured from the top of the highest sheave to the sheerline
- I² - Height of the staysail halyard above deck
- J - Base of the foretriangle measured from the front of the mast to the intersection of the forestay and deck
- J² - Base of staysail triangle
- P - Luff length of the mainsail
- E - Foot length of the mainsail
- LP - Shortest distance from headstay to the clew of the jib
- * All rigging dimensions are for informational purposes only. Alterations to the original rig or custom configurations may vary these dimensions. Always verify your dimensions before making any critical decisions based on these dimensions. If you need professional assistance you may call our rigging department at 231-759-8596 for a quotation and more information about your project.
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