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The Yacht Rigger The Yacht Rigger is a marine specialist group dedicated to marine upgrades and maintenance. New standing rigging
Lithium batteries. Watermakers. Electronics.

From rigging, electrical, lithium batteries, solar, custom metal fabrication, air conditioning, deck hardware and much more. Your one stop marine shop for all things rigging, electrical, fabrication, hardware, HVAC. Custom metal fabrication
New masts. . Running rigging. Deck hardware. Solar panels. We are fully licensed and insured, and we pride ourselves on showing up on time, and getting the job done right in as efficient a manner possible. Please view our Testimonials for feedback from local sailors. We look forwards to seeing you on the dock! From new standing rigging, lithium battery installations, solar panel and arch installs, DC air conditioning systems, electronics packages, custom metal fabrication… and servicing of all the above - we’ve got your boating needs covered. TYR pride themselves on their customer service, down to the smallest details. Our team aren't just riggers they are also accomplished sailors, with a wealth of knowledge they are all too happy to pass on. Our rigging shop sources a large inventory of parts from a variety of top of the range manufacturers. Please view our testimonials for references from local sailors or visit our WEBSTORE for examples of just some of the parts we supply!

10/24/2026

Ever wondered how the wire inside a roller furler gets replaced?

In this video, we walk you through the process of replacing a forestay wire without damaging or replacing the furler itself.

We’re working on a Profurl NC42, but the process is essentially the same for most roller furling systems.

We’ve sped up quite a bit of the work to fit it into just over two minutes, but you’ll get to see the entire process from start to finish.

And stay tuned for Part 2, where we’ll show you how we install the lower terminal fitting onto the new forestay wire.

10/23/2026

Last-minute plans for tonight? Come join us!

We’re excited to be hosting the Women Who Sail Tampa Bay Anniversary Party at The Yacht Rigger this evening, and everyone’s invited!

We’ll have hands-on demonstrations covering rigging, electrical and solar systems, knot tying, fire safety, and even a live deployment of an expired life raft!

There’ll also be food, drinks, raffles, and plenty of opportunities to meet fellow sailing enthusiasts.

TONIGHT, Friday, October 23rd
6:00 PM
The Yacht Rigger
200 14th Ave SE, St. Petersburg, FL

Whether you’re an experienced sailor, just getting started, or simply curious, we’d love to see you there!

Feel free to bring a friend, and help us spread the word!

10/23/2026

Boatbuilders in the 1980s certainly had some interesting ideas!

We’ve spent enough time working on older boats to question what on earth some of these builders were thinking.

But credit where credit is due. They certainly knew how to build boats that would last!

This is all in good fun, of course, but we’re curious. What are some of the most questionable design decisions you’ve encountered on older boats?

10/21/2026

When we first started sharing the story of our storm-damaged Leopard 48, a lot of you asked for longer videos documenting the restoration process. Well, we’ve been listening!

We’ve now released THREE full-length episodes following our journey to bring this neglected catamaran back to life.

From the initial storm damage and cleanup to headliner repairs, pressure washing, frustrating plumbing problems, and some pretty disgusting discoveries, we’re documenting it all!

We’re also learning as we go when it comes to filming and editing, and we’ve got a mountain of footage still to work through.

If you’ve been following the refit through our short Reels and want to see more of the actual work, check out the full episodes on our channel, The Yacht Rigger.

Link in our bio!

And if you enjoy the videos, please subscribe, give them a thumbs up, and leave us a comment. We’d love your feedback, including what you’d like to see in future episodes!

10/21/2026

Ever wondered what the inside of a swage fitting looks like after it’s been swaged onto a piece of stainless steel wire?

Or how these fittings actually grip the wire and hold everything together under enormous loads?

We’ve cut open a bunch of different swage fittings to show you exactly what’s going on inside, and the results are pretty fascinating!

If you’re curious about how these fittings work, take a look back through some of our older reels where we cut them open and take a closer look at what’s happening beneath the surface.

10/21/2026

This Lagoon 450 was recently struck by lightning, and I want to show you something really interesting that we discovered up here on the mast.

Take a look at these clevis pins connecting the cap shrouds to the mast. They’re very rusty, especially compared to the rest of the rigging.

Now, here’s what’s interesting. We have a recent rigging inspection showing that these pins were in pretty much the same condition as the rest of the rigging, with nowhere near this level of corrosion.

My theory is that during the lightning strike, the connection between the stainless steel pins and the aluminum mast may have created a point of increased electrical resistance, generating enough heat to affect the surface of the stainless steel.

I’m certainly no metallurgist, so I can’t say for sure that’s what happened, but the difference is pretty remarkable.

I’d be really interested to hear from anyone with experience in lightning damage or metallurgy. What’s your theory?

10/20/2026

Are your turnbuckles starting to pit, flake, or lose their chrome finish? Don’t panic!

Chrome plating deteriorating over time is perfectly normal, especially in a saltwater environment. On traditional chrome-plated bronze turnbuckles, this is generally a cosmetic issue, not an indication that the underlying bronze is structurally compromised.

Bronze is an incredibly reliable material, and a little ugly chrome doesn’t mean your turnbuckles need replacing!

You could strip off the remaining chrome and polish the bronze to a beautiful shine, but exposure to the marine environment will eventually turn it green again. Rechroming is another option, although it’s a lot of expense for a cosmetic improvement.

Of course, actual corrosion, cracking, or damage to the underlying metal is a different story and should always be investigated.

Sometimes ugly doesn’t mean unsafe!

Cue the comments about the lifelines in this video…

10/20/2026

Can you spot the problem?

Our St. Augustine team recently uncovered these three examples of some seriously questionable electrical wiring aboard different boats.

And the problems become pretty obvious when our guys start pulling on wires and connections simply come apart!

None of these installations meet ABYC standards, and poor electrical work isn’t just sloppy. It can be downright dangerous.

But here’s the challenge: Can you spot any OTHER issues besides the ones we’re demonstrating? Let us know in the comments!

And if you’re not sure what’s hiding behind your boat’s electrical panels, consider having an ABYC-certified marine electrician inspect your wiring.

10/13/2026

How many things would you change here?

Spot the issues…

Wrong answers welcome too.

Or come and tell me at the Annapolis Boat Shows in tent D 69-70. :)

10/12/2026

Watch to the end to see what REALLY caught my attention at the Annapolis Powerboat Show!

Don’t get me wrong, there are some incredible powerboats here, but I’m a sailor at heart, and I can’t help myself!

The Annapolis Sailboat Show kicks off this Thursday, and I think it’s pretty obvious which show I’m more excited about!

Sorry, powerboat guys. Nothing personal!

Address

200 14th Avenue Southeast
Saint Petersburg, FL
33701

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+17274909553

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