The Bowman 49 Ketch is covered in our rigging database so owners can begin a replacement project with a consistent set of cost and equipment references. Because a re-rig often exposes related wear, the page also gives reference points for running rigging, furling, kicker and winch equipment rather than treating the stays in isolation. The existing yacht should therefore take priority over any generic model assumption, especially where a mast, furler or set of rigging screws has been replaced before. To turn the model guide into a manufacturing specification, measure the existing stays and confirm terminal forms, pin sizes, turnbuckle threads and the exact way the forestay connects to the furler.
Yacht and Rig Details
| Production | United Kingdom, 1979–1990 |
|---|---|
| LOA | 14.99 m |
| Beam | 4.30 m |
| Displacement | 16,200 kg |
| Rig | Ketch |
| Mast stepping | Keel stepped |
| Spreaders | 2 |
Bowman 49 Ketch standing rigging
| Indicative forestay/backstay/shroud diameter | 10 mm |
|---|---|
| Rigging type | 1x19 stainless steel wire |
| Indicative standing rigging cost | £4,629 – £5,210 inc VAT |
Need replacement standing rigging for your Bowman 49 Ketch? Choose the rigging options you want included, then use the Request Estimate button to send us your yacht details and selected items. You can also explore our yacht standing rigging replacement options, or see our standing rigging replacement cost guide.
Furler and kicker recommendations
| Genoa furler | Furlex 404S — 19.80 m |
|---|---|
| Rodkicker | Seldén Rodkicker 30 (Normal Gas) |
Mast and boom recommendations
| Suggested mast section | C170 |
|---|---|
| Indicative mast height | 20.60 m |
| Suggested boom section | E270 |
| Reefing | Slab reefing (3 reef lines) |
Bowman 49 Ketch running rigging
| Line | Diameter | Length | Suggested rope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main halyard | 12 mm | 45.3 m | Marlow Ocean Braid |
| Genoa halyard | 12 mm | 45.3 m | Marlow Ocean Braid |
| Spinnaker halyard | 12 mm | 45.3 m | Marlow Ocean Braid |
| Genoa sheets | 14 mm | 24 m per sheet | Marlow Ocean Braid |
| Main sheet | 14 mm | 22.5 m | Marlow Ocean Braid |
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Need replacement running rigging for your Bowman 49 Ketch? Choose the running rigging you want included, then use the Request Estimate button to include it in your enquiry. You can also explore our yacht and dinghy running rigging replacement options, or read our complete guide to running rigging.
These specifications and prices are indicative only and should be verified against the rig and existing equipment on the individual yacht.