Standing rigging replacement recommendations

[Bradders]

Hi
I have a Jeanneau 44i 2011 and am looking at replacing my standard rigging this winter, would anyone have any recommendations please, we’re based in the Orwell - where would you recommend to have the mast stepped etc
Many thanks
Stewart

 

[bob the ancient mariner]

Fox,s, they are doing it literally every day.New Oysters and loads of re rigs I Have used them as required on my last 4 yachts over 30 years and never had a problem, one difference now is they do not have their own crane as in the past, so hire them in normally once a week. So emergency work could be a problem, unless you are an Oyster owner!

 

[ex-Gladys]

I had my last rigging replacement done on Gladys in 2006 when she was in Fox's for a big repair. The price was way cheaper than alternatives at the time...

 

[Malish]

Evolution Rigging based ay SYH, did mine 2 years ago and a very nice job.
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[wingdiver]

I would usually say Fox's but, unfortunately, they seem to be concentrating on 'bigger' boats (Oysters) and not your average yachts these days. Not even our 44ft Ketch!. Plus their hourly rate is prohibitive. You could try Anto Stopps - Anto's Yacht Services - Anto's Yacht Services or Evolution as has been suggested above.

 

[AntarcticPilot]

I used Adie Gilson, formerly of Fox's, he did a very good job. However, I think he has now retired, though his son, Lee, may have taken the business on.

 

[Bradders]

Thanks all for your replies

 

[wingdiver]

I used Adie Gilson, formerly of Fox's, he did a very good job. However, I think he has now retired, though his son, Lee, may have taken the business on.

Adie is still doing work

 

[bob the ancient mariner]

Lee is harbour manager @Foxs marina. Adie is apparently still doing rigging, son in law of a friend who keeps his westerly centaur in Shotley used him. Eventually started but took a long long time to finish so beware !

 

[AntarcticPilot]

Lee is harbour manager @Foxs marina. Adie is apparently still doing rigging, son in law of a friend who keeps his westerly centaur in Shotley used him. Eventually started but took a long long time to finish so beware !

Yes; he works to his own pace, but his work is good - he noticed and fixed some bodges a previous rigger had done!

 

[Koeketiene]

Evolution Rigging based ay SYH, did mine 2 years ago and a very nice job.
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Is that the old Rig Magic?
Is Nigel still around?

 

[Malish]

Is that the old Rig Magic?
Is Nigel still around?

Hi
I believe Nigel has stepped away and Evolution is just that, the evolution from Rig Magic (others with better knowledge may correct me..)

 

[wingdiver]

Hi
I believe Nigel has stepped away and Evolution is just that, the evolution from Rig Magic (others with better knowledge may correct me..)

I think you are correct. Richard, the former Fox's Rigging manager is based there now.

 

[PaulRainbow]

Hi
I have a Jeanneau 44i 2011 and am looking at replacing my standard rigging this winter, would anyone have any recommendations please, we’re based in the Orwell - where would you recommend to have the mast stepped etc
Many thanks
Stewart

Craig Bond, CB rigging. Did the rigging on my previous boat, prompt, reliable and very sensibly priced.

CB Rigging Brightlingsea Essex, Headsail Reefing, Balustrade Wires, Spinnaker Poles, Spars, I.J.P.E information

 

[Slowboat35]

I'll put in a strong reccommend for Kingston Rigging of Lowestoft who have done exemplary work for me.
Tim is the consummate Professional and is also a highly skilled ss fabricator.
I believe he works on the Orwell and other rivers S of Lowestoft (where he has his own crane and wharf).
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