Electric winch on adapted sailboat

A person with disabilities can use an electric winch to independently handle sails and anchor
Electric winch
Electric winch

With the electric winch the user can take care of the anchor, jib and mainsail. The winch is operated using a keypad.

The winch is also used for transfers to and from the boat. The boom serves as a lift. The rope is double-sided to reduce the load on the winch during moves (see related tips).

Users comments
An electric winch on a sailboat is a good assistive device for anyone.

Made by
Peter Riddebäck

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The boom of the sailboat and an electric winch can be used as a lift for persons with physical disabilities.

Author: Claes

Claes bor ihop med fru och son i en lägenhet. Han arbetar heltid. Han skadade sig 1984 och har en låg tetraplegi. Han har ingen assistans.
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Type of disability

Low tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C7-Th1)

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