The Rigging Company

Operating out of two strategic locations in Annapolis, Maryland and St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, The Rigging Company has established itself as a full-service sailboat rigging specialist serving both the Chesapeake Bay region and Caribbean cruising grounds. With dual facilities positioned at major sailing destinations, their team provides comprehensive rigging services, marine hardware installation, and technical support for cruising and racing sailboats of all sizes.

The business specializes in standing and running rigging systems, offering everything from routine inspection and maintenance to complete rig replacements and custom fabrication work. Their expertise encompasses modern rigging technologies including furling systems, continuous line furlers, and advanced winch installations. The team handles mast and boom work, shroud and stay replacement, turnbuckle servicing, and the precise tuning required for optimal sailing performance. For vessels preparing for offshore passages or looking to upgrade aging rigging systems, The Rigging Company provides the technical knowledge and hands-on experience necessary for safe, reliable operation.

Beyond rigging services, the company maintains a well-stocked chandlery offering marine hardware, rope, wire, fittings, and essential boat equipment. Their product selection reflects the practical needs of sailboat owners, from replacement blocks and shackles to complete sail handling systems. The dual-location model allows them to serve transient cruisers moving between the mid-Atlantic and Caribbean, providing continuity of service and familiarity with vessel systems regardless of which harbor a boat calls home.

The Rigging Company's team approach emphasizes custom solutions tailored to each vessel's specific requirements, sailing program, and owner preferences. Whether addressing the needs of a coastal cruiser requiring routine rigging inspection, a bluewater passage-maker preparing for an ocean crossing, or a performance racer seeking every competitive advantage through rig optimization, their technicians bring specialized knowledge to each project.

With established operations in two of the most active sailing centers on the U.S. East Coast and Caribbean, The Rigging Company has positioned itself as a valuable resource for the regional sailing community. Their ability to provide consistent, professional rigging services across multiple locations gives them a distinctive advantage in serving cruising sailors who move between seasonal cruising grounds and require reliable technical support wherever their voyages take them.