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Sam Holmes replaces the standing rigging on his boat in Thailand, transitioning from generic Dyneema to Colego Para-D and Dux high-modulus synthetic lines.Watch The previous Dyneema rigging suffered from UV degradation and excessive creep, requiring frequent tensioning.0:13 The Para-D features parallel-strand construction to eliminate stretch, while the heat-set Dux is used for other stays.0:43 The project involves splicing the lines, installing new terminals, and having custom 16mm pins machined at Chiang Metalworks to replace corroded hardware.3:31

The installation process includes measuring for precise shroud lengths, creating locking Brummel splices, and using a winch to pre-stretch the lines before final fitting.5:39 Chafe protection is applied to the loops, and self-amalgamating tape secures the covers.24:21 The mast is tensioned using lashings in a triangular pattern to prevent slippage.28:39 The forestay remains 10mm stainless steel to accommodate a furling system.30:05 After initial sea trials and adjustments following squalls, the new rigging has stabilized.29:48

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