Enhance Your Sailing Experience with the Lewmar Size 1 Ocean Traveler Kit

Picture this: you're out on the water, wind filling your sails, and your mainsheet moves smoothly across the deck without a hitch. The Lewmar Size 1 Ocean Traveler Kit with its 4:1 purchase system delivers exactly that kind of effortless control for yachts up to 36 feet. This isn't just hardware—it's a game-changer for sailors who demand precision and reliability from their rigging.

Designed for real-world cruising and racing, this kit simplifies mainsheet management by combining high-strength components into one ready-to-install package. Whether you're tweaking your sail trim on a reach or powering through a tack, the traveler's low-friction design keeps everything responsive, reducing crew effort and boosting boat speed.

Key Advantages for Everyday Sailing

Sailors love this kit for its balance of power and simplicity. The 1980-pound working load limit handles gusty conditions on mid-sized boats, while supporting mainsails up to 34 square meters on end-boom setups or 21 square meters mid-boom. That means it's versatile for coastal hoppers, weekend warriors, or club racers.

• Seamless Deck Integration: The sliding bolt track retrofits easily to existing bolt holes, minimizing deck work and preserving your boat's clean lines.
• 4:1 Mechanical Advantage: Pull with less force to adjust the boom position quickly—ideal for short-handed sailing.
• Durable Construction: Engineered with marine-grade materials that resist corrosion, ensuring longevity even in saltwater environments.
• Low Profile Design: No protruding fasteners mean fewer snags on sheets or lines, plus a sleeker look that complements modern cockpits.

Backed by a limited 3-year warranty, it reflects Lewmar's commitment to quality that stands up to the rigors of offshore passages.

Technical Specs at a Glance

What's Included in Your Kit

Everything arrives pre-matched for hassle-free assembly:

• 1 x Mainsheet car for smooth lateral movement
• 2 x End stops with double control line sheaves
• 1 x 1.8m sliding bolt track
• Double control line sheaves, cleats, and beckets for secure purchase

Compatible with 5/16-inch control lines, it's plug-and-play for most setups.

Installation and Maintenance Tips

Setting up the Lewmar Ocean Traveler takes under an hour for experienced riggers. Align the track with your existing holes, secure with bolts, attach the car and end stops, then thread your control lines through the sheaves. Pro tip: Apply a light marine grease to the track for ultra-smooth operation from day one.

For longevity, rinse with fresh water after every sail, inspect sheaves for wear annually, and avoid over-tightening cleats. This routine keeps the system performing like new, season after season.

In performance terms, sailors report easier tacks and better downwind control, as the traveler allows precise boom positioning without fighting friction.