Ropetek Rigging & Yacht Supplies

Ropetek Rigging & Yacht Supplies Since then we have grown from a “one man band” to a team of 5 with a dedicated rigging yard, work shop, and chandlery.

At RopeTek, we pride ourselves on being the local go-to professionals for all your yacht rigging requirements, delivering friendly, quality professional service nationwide. The RopeTek rigging business was started in Nelson 25 years ago by well known journeyman rigger John Foulds and subsequently purchased by Adam Bonham-Carter in 2015. We pride ourselves on being the local go-to professionals for

all your yacht rigging requirements, delivering friendly, quality professional service. We strive to satisfy all our client’s needs, during projects and in after-care. Find us in the blue container sheds in Port Nelson across from H dock, where we also have a chandlery for all your boating needs.

EXTREME HALYARD WRAP! The worst damage due to halyard wrap we have seen - it is very lucky that the rig was not lost - s...
04/06/2026

EXTREME HALYARD WRAP! The worst damage due to halyard wrap we have seen - it is very lucky that the rig was not lost - saved by being held up by sail and halyard.

WHAT's HOT THIS WEEK? - We're cleaing new old stock for under half price!Usually $364, we're throwing them away for $160...
02/06/2026

WHAT's HOT THIS WEEK? - We're cleaing new old stock for under half price!

Usually $364, we're throwing them away for $160 each or $300 pair. We have new stock coming in and need the space.
Lewmar DC2 rope clutches for 12-14mm & 14-16mm lines. Full specs and online ordering available in the link

https://www.yachtsupplies.co.nz/shop/p/lewmar-dc2-single-rope-clutch-12-14mm

We are coming close to completing a refit on board HEREROA - a steel expedition ketch currently based at the Nelson Mari...
29/05/2026

We are coming close to completing a refit on board HEREROA - a steel expedition ketch currently based at the Nelson Marina.

Over the past few months, masts were removed to be painted, all standing rigging replaced re-using swageless KZ Marine fittings after inspection, the Bamar electric drive furlers refurbished (motor windings and gearboxes), winches serviced, new Spinlock clutches installed, and all new Fineline running rigging. Aloft, new Hella navigation lights, new Simard radar cable, and mast wiring in collaboration with David Hope at Coulomb Electrical.

Here rigger Dave is feeding new cable for the radar while Kim stands by as ground assist. RopeTek dog “Splice” keeping an eye on things is all part of the program.

Saturday 16th May 2026 dawned bright and cool. Not a puff of wind. The long-awaited day had come...Since moving to these...
21/05/2026

Saturday 16th May 2026 dawned bright and cool. Not a puff of wind. The long-awaited day had come...

Since moving to these premises 3 years ago we continue to improve our facilities to better deliver value to our customers. We have an engineering workshop with lathe, mill, and welding capabilities - all with access to 3 phase power, water and air.

More recently a concrete slab has been poured but THIS has been, possibly, the most anticipated improvement. It was time to raise the roof.

Having a roof is a game-changer. Covering enough area to accommodate up to 24m spars, it provides an all-weather shelter enabling work to continue in the rain, and coatings will be able to be applied, with shade from the midday summer sun.

Of course, it also providews an excellent spot for the occassional BBQ - a theory we tested out to thank our team of volunteers.

We are enormously grateful for the help and expertise from Pete, Gordy, Brian, Adam from Adam's Crane, Nev Shields from Nelson Marine Services, Nonie from Ship Shape Nelson, Kim Bonham-Carter and Nelson Marina CEO, Drew, who brought his young son Ted along. Ted definitely took away best dressed award in his hard hat, hi-vis and tool belt!

While this isn't the last of the improvements we have underway, it is by far the most exciting one in a while! Pop in for a look and book yourself a spot undercover for your next rig refit.

RopeTek Rigging and Yacht Supplies - 140 Akersten St, (opposite H dock) Nelson Marina - just look for the big white roof!

Arguably the sexiest bit of hardware we have on the premises at the moment. Made of solid brass - none of this plated ma...
19/05/2026

Arguably the sexiest bit of hardware we have on the premises at the moment.
Made of solid brass - none of this plated malarkey. A gorgeous addition to any classic yacht.

Photos don't do it justice. Pop in for a look at RopeTek Yacht supplies opposite H dock in Nelson Marina.

AT LAST!!CorrosionX Max Wax is here! It's challenging to get pretty photos of what this product does, because it's desig...
16/05/2026

AT LAST!!

CorrosionX Max Wax is here! It's challenging to get pretty photos of what this product does, because it's designed to be grunty.

Max Wax is a tough, synthetic wax-based, resilient corrosion inhibitor barrier coating that provides long-term protection for metal surfaces. It forms a smooth, even coating for maximum protection underwater and in the harshest environments.
Max Wax dries faster than other wax-based corrosion inhibitors and it will not harden, crack or lose resiliency even in sub-zero temperatures. It can withstand temperatures exceeding 200˚C / 392˚F. Its ultra-thin viscosity allows pe*******on between and around close fitting components to prevent moisture, gases or chemicals from causing rust or corrosion. It is acid resistant.

Available in-store now or online at Yacht Supplies https://www.yachtsupplies.co.nz/shop/p/corrosion-x-max-wax?rq=Max%20Wax

There's something happening here...
14/05/2026

There's something happening here...

14/05/2026

There's something happening here...

CUSTOMER PICK OF THE WEEK!SPOTLESS STAINLESS - Brush on, Rinse off $115 incl gst (946ml)Winner of Practical Sailor's 'Be...
04/02/2026

CUSTOMER PICK OF THE WEEK!

SPOTLESS STAINLESS - Brush on, Rinse off $115 incl gst (946ml)

Winner of Practical Sailor's 'Best Choice" Award for great reason. Specifically designed for boats, so safe on fiberglass. We got local professional boat cleaners at Ship Shape Nelson to test it out. Here's what they had to say...

"Brilliant! Easy to use, and actually does what it says on the bottle. Best used on a warm overcast day so it doesn't dry out while it's working its magic. It's thick so you can paint it on to any angle and it won't run off. We found, for best results, removing loose or flaky rust first meant only one application was needed. We applied it with a clean paint brush and when hosing off half an hour later, helped the product along with a toothbrush in the threads and turnbuckles. It also worked a treat on getting rusty streaks out of fibreglass. Would recommend wearing protective eyewear against flicked back product and always shake the bottle! Would 100% recommend"

Address

140 Akersten Street
Nelson
7010

Telephone

+64800744446

Website

https://yachtsupplies.co.nz/

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