Spring Spruce Ups with P&B
by David Barnett, P&B 11 Mar 2015 16:57 GMT
11 March 2015
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SPRUCING UP FOR SPRING!
Whilst it is not officially spring just yet the first main events of the year and the climax of the dinghy show signal the start of the new season for many sailors. This time of year can also signal the start of the sprucing up season and one job that should always be considered around now is the replacement of old rope with new...
THE OLD |
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-stiff and brittle rope can make handling difficult.
-frayed and damaged rope can get caught up in blocks.
-reduced grip through cleats.
-discolouration can make your boat look old / tired. |
-easy to work with / fit out.
-increased feel on the hands.
-better grip through cleats.
-smoother running through blocks.
-cheap and easy way to make your boat look new.
-simple method of improving boat performance annually. |
Old rope can effect you and your boats performance and not just it's aesthetics. Although it is an obvious fact that a new set of ropes is a cheap and easy way of giving your boat a new lease of life there are many other reasons why sailors should put this on their Spring Spruce up list. Old rope also effects boat performance as over time general wear and tear causes rope to become brittle and damaged which effects it's ability to grip between cleats and pass through blocks. No one wants to be sailing with and unreliable rope so why not visit us on line and enjoy 15% OFF over 100 different types of rope to help get your boat preparations started for the new season.
Allen Hardware Discount!
We are also offering 10% OFF all Allen hardware to run along side our 15% OFF Rope offer for one week only. If you have some tired fittings or even looking for a faster set up then why not take advantage of our Allen discount?
With a team full of successful racers with vast experience of boat fit outs you can also call us on 01604 592808 and speak to one of our class experts for all your fit out needs!
KIT of the WEEK!
Each week one of the P&B team will be looking into their kit bag and giving us an item that they simply wouldn't sail without!
As another busy sailing season looms the P&B team are busy planning schedules, events, accommodation and travel all across the UK and Europe and one thing they will be needing is this weeks 'Kit of the Week' the P&B Race Team Holdall. Packing for events is not always easy due to differing weather conditions and the needs of the sailor but the P&B Race Team Holdall with it's 60L capacity has ample space for all your sailing gear. Built with a lockable main compartment and equipped with three other compartments including it's on wet/dry space all your kit can be safely stashed away whilst on your travels.
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This Weekend we're going to...
(14-15 Feb)
Andy Farmer: Notts County SC (Flying 15)
Matt Rodes: Grafham SC (29er)
Lawrence Creaser: Hollowell SC (Solo)
Oli Wells: Wembley SC (Merlin Rocket)
Tom Stewart: Wembley SC (Merlin Rocket)
James Dawes: Wembley SC (Merlin Rocket)
Members of the P&B team will be attending the above events and can deliver products direct to the venue. Just email us or call us on 01604 592808 if you need anything bringing along.
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Next Weekend we're going to...
(14-15 Feb)
Andy Farmer: Notts County SC (Flying 15)
Matt Rodes: Rutland SC (29er Harken Grand Prix)
Oli Wells: Hamble Warming Pan (Merlin Rocket) SAT, Chichester SC (Merlin Rocket) SUN
Tom Stewart: Chichester SC (Merlin Rocket)
James Dawes: Tamworth SC (Streaker)
Members of the P&B team will be attending the above events and can deliver products direct to the venue. Just email us or call us on 01604 592808 if you need anything bringing along.
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