Annapolis Rigging

Operating since 1986 from their location at Bert Jabin Yacht Yard in Annapolis, Maryland, this full-service yacht mast and rigging company has established itself as a fixture in the Chesapeake Bay sailing community. The business is operated by accomplished sailors who bring over 40 years of combined experience in the rigging of sailboats, from high-performance racing vessels to cruising yachts of all sizes.

The company's 4,000 square foot workshop sits just a hundred yards from the water, providing direct access to travel lifts and mast lift cranes. This strategic location enables efficient handling of projects ranging from simple line replacements to complete mast and boom construction. The facility houses state-of-the-art rod and swage rigging equipment, full fabrication capabilities, machine shop facilities, and an indoor painting booth. Both indoor and outdoor storage options allow the team to accommodate vessels of various sizes while protecting work in progress from the elements.

Annapolis Rigging specializes in standing rigging services, including both rod rigging and wire rigging installations for sailboats. Their running rigging services encompass custom splicing, cordage selection, and complete line replacement. The team performs comprehensive rigging inspections to identify wear patterns and potential failure points before they become safety issues. Additional service offerings include lifeline fabrication and installation, hydraulic system service and upgrades, winch maintenance, rig tuning, and custom furler system installations. The company's aluminum and stainless steel fabrication capabilities enable them to create custom hardware solutions when off-the-shelf components won't suffice.

The business maintains an extensive inventory of marine cordage and rigging components, allowing them to source materials quickly for both emergency repairs and planned upgrades. Their expertise extends to mast and boom construction, design consultation, and installation services. The indoor paint booth enables professional finishing work on spars regardless of weather conditions, a significant advantage in the Mid-Atlantic climate.

Annapolis Rigging also operates Windblown Products, a division that manufactures rigging accessories including their proprietary Button Shackle and mast boot designs. This product development background reflects the team's understanding of the practical challenges sailors face and their commitment to engineering better solutions.

The company's position within Bert Jabin Yacht Yard places them in one of Annapolis's most active boating centers, serving both local cruising sailors and the competitive racing community that makes the Chesapeake Bay region a sailing destination. Their combination of technical expertise, comprehensive facility capabilities, and decades of hands-on experience positions them as a resource for sailboat owners throughout the Maryland and broader Mid-Atlantic marine market.