BOAT SET UP
As a new boat owner, you will, no doubt, be in a hurry to get out on the water and enjoy some serious skiff sailing. However, it’s important to take your time to rig your boat up prior to your first sail. A few extra minutes spent checking your boat is correctly rigged will ensure you have an enjoyable sail and it may also prevent you damaging your kit.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Musto Skiff boat from the deck layout to the Musto Skiff CE Owners Manual, Rigging Guides, and more!
RIGGING YOUR BOAT
USEFUL INFORMATION FOR NEW BOAT OWNERS
Owner's Manual
Musto Skiff CE Owner's Manual produced by Ovington Boats Ltd
Musto Skiff Rigging Guide (V6)
Rigging guide for the Musto Skiff, with a 90 step rigging process and one photo per step. (Version 0.6)
Musto Skiff Class Rules
View and dowbnload the latest Class Rules under World Sailing.
Class Tuning Guides
Rig settings of former class champions and top performers in the Musto Skiff to use as a guide for your own rig settings.
Rope Cutting Guide
Rope cutting lists to use as a guide for your own boat. We currently have two guides - one is provided by multiple World and Nationals title winner, Bruce Keen, and one is provided by Ovington Boats.
Boat Stickers Guide
Guide to placement of sail numbers, national letters, flags and sponsor logos. When participating in organised Musto Skiff events, always check the NOR and SI's for any updated guidelines.
CREW ADMIN & BOAT ADVICE
NEW BOAT FINANCE
Ovington Boats Ltd has arranged a finance package with Pegasus Marine Finance for those looking to buy a new boat and spread the cost over a period of months.
For more details on the Pegasus Marine Finance package, click the link below. If you require further information, please contact the sales team at Ovington Boats to discuss.
A GUIDE TO BOAT INSURANCE
The cover provided by different Insurance Companies, and also the service they offer, can vary greatly. Sometimes a cheaper policy can end up costing you more if you have to make a claim, so always check what cover is being offered before signing up.
Here is a useful guide from top UK dinghy insurance company, Noble Marine Insurance, on what to consider when selecting a boat insurance provider.
ADVICE ON BROKEN MAST INSURANCE CLAIMS
The class association has been working with top UK dinghy insurance company, Noble Marine Insurance, to produce a guide that will help individuals in the unfortunate situation of having broken their mast. Here is some useful advice on the most likely mast failure modes and insurance claims.
Getting to Grips with Sailing Ropes
Whether you are upgrading the ropes on your current boat or starting from scratch with a newly purchased boat, understanding different rope characteristics and what works best for tension, flex, comfort, and your own personal preferences can make a big difference to boat handling and your overall sailing experience.
Here is some useful advice on ropes and boat set up. This article is provided by Ian Turnbull, an experienced rigger and the owner of Rope4Boats. Ian also sails a Musto Skiff and has won championships in a multitude of classes.
EVOLUTION OF THE MUSTO SKIFF
Over the years a number of minor changes have been made to the standard Musto Skiff with the aim of maximising performance and making the boat the best it can possibly be.
To view these changes and check that your boat is aligned with the current boat specifications, check our product evolution overview here.
Before making any alterations to your boat, please ensure that you refer to the class rules document that defines any alterations that may be made to the standard boat.
