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You can have
The problem with
conventional “top-down”
furlers starts at the top.
ABSOLUTE CONFIDENCE
in any work done by
RIGGTECH!
THE TOP DOESN’T START.
Precision Spars, Yacht and Architectural Rigging
Systems, Riggtech is a quality supplier, fabricator
and fitter of marine and architectural rigging systems
including custom spars, painting, rigging, rope
technologies, yacht fittings, shading
and balustrading.
Riggtech provides marine services and
components to dinghies, club cruiser-racers,
world-leading Ocean racing yachts and
America’s Cup syndicates.
THE REFLEX ™ FURLING
SYSTEM IS HERE TO
CHANGE THAT.
If an asymmetrical or code-
style sail is to furl evenly and
completely, the head swivel at
the top of the rig must feel the
torque from the furling drum
way down on the deck and
refl exively begin to turn. This is
not an easy design challenge,
and the reason most current
units perform unevenly. Top-to-
bottom, the Refl ex system works
to transfer torque to the top—
where beautiful furls begin.
Using our extensive building and yachting
experience we deliver ingenious architectural results.
Coupling the knowledge of marine products and
materials we have become successful at constructing
high quality architectural systems suitable for a wide
range of uses in both shading and balustrading.
Receive experienced and professional advice by
phone from company founder and Principal Phill Bate
in person, or visit Riggtech website.
Photo © Ed Kukla / Starboard Films
REFLEX DRIVE UNIT: Powerful
large diameter drive sheave.
Unique quick-release design
lets one unit furl all your kites.
REFLEX HEAD SWIVEL:
Responsive new geometry starts
winding sail immediately when
you pull the furling line.
REFLEX TORSION CABLE: Polyester
core inside tightly woven stainless.
Transfers torque to the head swivel
2x better than anything we’ve tested.
AT THE FRONT
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