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 forestay, backstay, and shrouds. Standing rigging is usually made of steel cables.

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, etc.