Rigging

Standing Rigging refers to the part of the rigging that is fixed in place and does not generally move or get adjusted when a boat is underway. The standing rigging on a sloop usually refers to the the following lines:

• forestay
• backstay
• shrouds

Standing rigging is usually made of steel cables because it does not need to bend or be adjusted.

Running Rigging refers to the lines or other parts of a boat that are intended to be used or adjusted when setting sail, or when under sail. Examples of running rigging include:

• halyards
• sheets
• guys
• cunningham
• traveller
• outhaul
• boom vang
• topping lift
• reefing lines