Running rigging by boat
Use the published factory sizes and lengths below as a starting point, then open a line preloaded in our custom running-rigging builder.
Catalina 42 calculated replacement lines
Onboard recommended - double braid
Spar manufacturerNot stated in source manual
Onboard recommendations calculated from I 53 ft, P 46.75 ft, and marketed model length 42 ft. The rig and deck routing will be reviewed after checkout and before any line is cut.
| Line | Qty. | Published length | Diameter | Original material | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main halyard | 1 | 140 ft | 1/2 in (12 mm) | Onboard recommended polyester double braidOnboard recommended length calculated from published sail-plan dimensions and the marketed boat size. Reviewed after checkout and before cutting. | Build recommended replacement |
| Jib halyard | 1 | 140 ft | 1/2 in (12 mm) | Onboard recommended polyester double braidOnboard recommended length calculated from published sail-plan dimensions and the marketed boat size. Reviewed after checkout and before cutting. | Build recommended replacement |
| Spinnaker halyard | 1 | 140 ft | 1/2 in (12 mm) | Onboard recommended polyester double braidOnboard recommended length calculated from published sail-plan dimensions and the marketed boat size. Reviewed after checkout and before cutting. Confirm the installed spinnaker arrangement after checkout. | Build recommended replacement |
| Mainsheet | 1 | 80 ft | 1/2 in (12 mm) | Onboard recommended polyester double braidOnboard recommended length calculated from published sail-plan dimensions and the marketed boat size. Reviewed after checkout and before cutting. | Build recommended replacement |
| Jib sheets - pair | 2 | 65 ft | 7/16 in (11 mm) | Onboard recommended polyester double braidTwo equal sheets. Recommended with a professionally spliced eye at each clew end for soft-shackle attachment; choose no splice in the builder for plain ends. Reviewed after checkout and before cutting. | Build recommended replacement |
| Spinnaker sheets - pair | 2 | 105 ft | 1/2 in (12 mm) | Onboard recommended polyester double braidTwo equal sheets. Confirm the spinnaker type and deck layout after checkout and before cutting. | Build recommended replacement |
| Headsail furling line | 1 | 80 ft | 3/8 in (10 mm) | Onboard recommended polyester double braidOnboard recommended length. Alternative sizing may be appropriate for the installed furler and drum capacity. | Build recommended replacement |
Catalina 42 calculated performance replacement lines
Onboard recommended - SuperSpeed performance option
Spar manufacturerNot stated in source manual
Onboard recommendations calculated from I 53 ft, P 46.75 ft, and marketed model length 42 ft. The rig and deck routing will be reviewed after checkout and before any line is cut.
| Line | Qty. | Published length | Diameter | Original material | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main halyard | 1 | 140 ft | 7/16 in (11 mm) | Onboard recommended SuperSpeed performance optionOnboard recommended length calculated from published sail-plan dimensions and the marketed boat size. Reviewed after checkout and before cutting. | Build recommended replacement |
| Jib halyard | 1 | 140 ft | 7/16 in (11 mm) | Onboard recommended SuperSpeed performance optionOnboard recommended length calculated from published sail-plan dimensions and the marketed boat size. Reviewed after checkout and before cutting. | Build recommended replacement |
| Spinnaker halyard | 1 | 140 ft | 7/16 in (11 mm) | Onboard recommended SuperSpeed performance optionOnboard recommended length calculated from published sail-plan dimensions and the marketed boat size. Reviewed after checkout and before cutting. Confirm the installed spinnaker arrangement after checkout. | Build recommended replacement |
| Mainsheet | 1 | 80 ft | 7/16 in (11 mm) | Onboard recommended SuperSpeed performance optionOnboard recommended length calculated from published sail-plan dimensions and the marketed boat size. Reviewed after checkout and before cutting. | Build recommended replacement |
| Jib sheets - pair | 2 | 65 ft | 3/8 in (10 mm) | Onboard recommended SuperSpeed performance optionTwo equal sheets. Recommended with a professionally spliced eye at each clew end for soft-shackle attachment; choose no splice in the builder for plain ends. Reviewed after checkout and before cutting. | Build recommended replacement |
| Spinnaker sheets - pair | 2 | 105 ft | 7/16 in (11 mm) | Onboard recommended SuperSpeed performance optionTwo equal sheets. Confirm the spinnaker type and deck layout after checkout and before cutting. | Build recommended replacement |
| Headsail furling line | 1 | 80 ft | 3/8 in (10 mm) | Onboard recommended polyester double braidOnboard recommended length. Alternative sizing may be appropriate for the installed furler and drum capacity. | Build recommended replacement |