The Complete Rigger's Apprentice: Tools and Techniques for Modern and Traditional Rigging

by Brion Toss

Revised and updated the only book you need on sailboat rigging and marlinspike arts

From its initial publication, The Complete Rigger s Apprentice has been the definitive go-to resource for weekend sailors and maritime professionals who want to master the fine art of rigging. In this revised second edition, master rigger Brion Toss expands upon the traditional basics of ropeworking to give you the most comprehensive, up-to-date information on the latest tools, techniques, and tricks of the trade.

Features include:


A complete rigging primer of essential gear, principles, and procedures
Classic ropeworking techniques you can adapt for today s modern rigs
Money-saving tips on the newest equipment, materials, upgrades and designsI
llustrated instructions for tying knots, splicing rope, and making repairs
Professional guidelines for inspecting and maintaining rigs for longer voyages
Emergency procedures, troubleshooters and fixes to ensure smooth sailing
New technologies for multihull rigs, soft-shackles, Sta-Lok terminals, and more
Need-to-know resources including a portfolio of rigs and glossary of terms
PLUS rope tricks and puzzles that will delight your passengers


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Genres: Nautical, Nonfiction, Reference

432 pages, Hardcover

First published August 1, 1997

Reviews

[Dan Heil · Rating 4 out of 5]

A metric shit-ton of knots and rigging techniques. Unfortunately, most of the illustrations leave a lot to be desired, but that fact actually makes you delve into the knot and learn to tie it yourself--with a bit of a guide--and so, in the end, you actually learn more than if a brilliant illustration showed you the way just once, and you could never repeat it. Having said that, make your fucking illustrations more reader-friendly, Brion. Dick.

[Bill Blevins · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is an interesting book and I'm glad I own it but I was looking for more of a step by step, how-to book for splicing and working with sailboat rigging. Maybe I'm spoiled by watching how-to videos on YouTube where you can watch, stop, backup and repeat over and over but with this book, you generally get one or two images and a narrative to decipher. All in all, it's worth having on the boat but frankly after reading it the first time I haven't opened it again and I'm not sure I could put my hands on it quickly if I tried. It's here somewhere.

[Fanny Chaillan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I didn’t really finish but i now consider it my bible about lines and rigging

[Jim Wilcox · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is THE book to have for splicing and rigging-related topics. Toss's splicing video is top notch. See also Barbara Merry's book, "The Splicing Handbook."

[Tom · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great basic reference for aspiring riggers; does a good job of explaining the whys. Illustrations are excellent as well; great for learning knots.

[Rick · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's probably as close as you can get in book form to an actual apprenticeship.

[Eva · Rating 5 out of 5]

Everything you wanted to know about rigging and more.