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On a sailing boat, the standing rigging is that collection of lines which are fixed. Standing rigging includes a forestay, a backstay and the shrouds. On modern yachts, standing rigging is often stainless steel wires or stainless steel rods. Standing rigging is placed under tension to keep the various spars ( mast, bowsprit) securely in position.

Contrast with running rigging.

Sailing vessels and rigging

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