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Rigger parts
Genuine Empacher rigger parts – precise fit, durable and designed for all Empacher rigger types.
Here you’ll find everything you need to maintain and rig Empacher boats: from classic K- and S-riggers to modern wing rigs (R, C, V, X). All parts are manufactured to Empacher specifications and ensure a stiff, reliable connection between rigger and hull.
Empacher rigger parts – overview
Suitable for work on:
- K-riggers (classic aluminium riggers)
- S-riggers (carbon tube riggers)
- R-riggers (aluminium wing riggers)
- C-riggers (carbon back-wing riggers)
- V-riggers (aluminium front-wing riggers)
- X-riggers (carbon front-wing riggers)
Typical parts in this category
- Rowing pins & pin housings – original Empacher pins and half-shells for an exact fit.
- Topstays / stays – keep span and pin height stable under load.
- Index plates & inserts – for S-riggers and other Empacher models.
- Mounting plates & backing strips – original Empacher strips and plates for K, S, R, C, V and X-riggers.
- Bolts, nuts and washers – stainless hardware supplied to Empacher’s own specification.
Use & maintenance
- Regularly check pins and pin housings for play or bending.
- Inspect topstays for cracks or deformation and replace if in doubt.
- Make sure all mounting faces are clean and free from burrs before tightening.
- Always use the correct Empacher bolt kits to avoid damaging the hull or gunwale.
