SAILING GLOSSARY

Stepping the mast

Stepping the mast consists of putting the mast back in place on a sailboat after it has been removed. The operation generally includes putting the mast back in place, reconnecting the standing and running rigging, as well as adjusting the tension of the shrouds and other rigging components. It is often carried out using a crane and requires good coordination. Once it is finished, everything still needs to be checked to make sure it is properly in place before resuming sailing.