Running Rigging Specialists
Rigging Textiles is all about running rigging for all kinds of boats and projects. Whether it’s soft shackles, lashings, dyneema lifelines, splicing, tapering, stripping, adding cover... that’s our passion. We like solving complex problems and working with you to get the right cordage for the right task.
We’re based in Hobsons Bay, in Melbourne (Australia). Our work comes from a lifetime of working with cordage, and connecting with like-minded people. Affordable design, supply and installation of running rigging is our focus.
News & Projects
After the Lockdown!
Melbourne's Corona Virus lockdown has made it hard to sail and even hard to get to our boats. But soon the lockdown will ease and we'll be able to sail again. What do you need to do to be ready to make the most of this summer?
Perhaps you need a new set of headsail sheets? Your main halyard might be reaching the end of its life? Perhaps a set of soft shackles for various tasks around the boat. Whatever the need, if you can supply us with measurements and dimensions we can fabricate the rigging so that when the lockdown is lifted, you're ready to go. Give us a call to get the ball rolling.
Continuous furling line
The requirement was to create a simple, removable way to lead a continuous furling line for a Karver KSF2. We used Nodus Factory "Textile Hook Friction" lashed to the stanchions with a simple Dyneema figure-8 lashing. It's simple, light, effective and removable.
Karver KSF2 Furler Retro-fit
The yankee on this Lyle Hess cutter was changed from a hank-on to a non-structural furler. Strops were used for the bowsprit attachment and a couple of friction rings and some stripped 8mm HMPE cordage created a 3:1 downhaul.
Our Suppliers
We're proud to work with a number of the premium marine rigging suppliers. Please chat to us about your requirements.
Get In Touch
If you'd like more info or just to chat about rigging, call Mike or send an email.
We'd be delighted to answer your queries.
