Just a quick set of photos showing the process of setting up your dinghy bridle on a Highfield 310CL and Klacko Swingarm Davit Arch. Yacht is a Jeanneau 50 DS. Photos courtesy of GG. Bridle lines were roughed in using spare line, to get the right balance of swingarm angle and boat height off the[…]
The year 2022 has been a whirlwind of activity at Klacko Marine, marked by an array of exceptional arch projects for yachts from renowned builders like Beneteau, Dufour, and Bavaria. Each arch has been meticulously tailored to the unique specifications of our clients, catering to both local and distant requests. Notable projects include the Beneteau[…]
Cruising with Style and Ease Tailored to meet the specific desires and requirements of our clients, this exemplifies a beautifully crafted cruising davit solar arch, designed for an Oceanis Series Yacht. At Klacko Marine, we’ve engineered sleek inline solar mounts capable of harnessing 900W of solar energy, complemented by a 400W wind turbine for optimal[…]
Thanks for the Pictures! Thanks to CR for submitting some picturesque sunset photos of their Beneteau Oceanis 41 equipped with Klacko Custom Arch & Davit System. As the sun dips below the horizon, painting the sky with hues of fiery orange and tranquil purple, a lone sailboat glides across the calm waters. Its sails, bathed[…]
This 425 Sailboat Arch has it all Photos Gallery of the Catalina 425 equipped with a Klacko Marine Davit Solar Arch.
Some awesome aerial sailing footage from Take the Waters Added entertainment to check out with some breathtaking aerial drone footage by an awesome cruising couple. Definitely a favourite YT channel here at Klacko Marine. Subscribe and check out their blog & patreon site which they have posted some great articles and sailboat projects. UPDATE from[…]
Adventure awaits Recently had the pleasure to work for Brian and Mandi Russel to design and fabricate a custom davit and solar arch for their Beneteau 46 Oceanis sv Shonto. The results were well received and the arch has already found some interesting uses (see video below). They have been chronicling their up & down[…]
Take a glimpse at our latest creations through these snapshots, captured across various locales. A heartfelt thank you to our clients for their excellent photography skills, highlighting their magnificent yachts adorned with Klacko Arches, complete with solar and davit systems. For a broader view of our stainless steel craftsmanship, please visit our Arch Gallery
Great way to mount rigid solar over your bimini We are constantly asked if a Standard Canvas Bimini can support rigid glass solar panels safe and effectively. The answer is a resounding ‘NO’. Of course we all have dockmates who have loaded their bimini tops up with one or two solar panels and sailed the[…]
Klacko arches are fabricated to the highest standards and materials. Each solar davit arch is engineered to endure even the worst scenarios… we come out looking like a champ!From CAD engineered design to professional welding & fabrication, a Klacko Arch stands apart from many of its competitors.As you can see by these unfortunate scenes, both[…]
Here are some quick photos of a recent project on a Jeanneau 42 DS sailboat. This Stainless Steel arch is fabricated to transport a 10ft rib and approx 600W of solar panels for bluewater cruising. New sternrails are integrated for better strength and storage capacity. Siderails integrated to existing gate stanchions for a fully integrated[…]
Klacko’s Expertise in Marine Fabrication How extensive is Klacko’s experience in constructing Arches? Since 1960, Klacko has been a stalwart in custom marine fabrication. We pioneered the sailboat arch in the early ’70s, setting a standard in arch craftsmanship that remains unrivaled. Innovation and Design: Our workshop has been the birthplace of numerous arch designs[…]
Our Sailboat Arch Gallery has been updated See our latest work on some of the top yacht brands. Solar panel additions were very popular this year as well as the addition of heavy duty davits to make dinghy lifting a breeze. In some cases we integrated the existing sternrails and in others we created a[…]
Built to carry solar panels and ease dinghy lifting, this Dufour 44 Davit arch complements the lines as if it were an OEM option. This Klacko Marine Arch includes the following options; The Dufour 44 Performance is a dynamic monohull sailboat designed by Umberto Felci and built by Dufour Yachts between 2003 and 2008. It’s[…]
Solar davit arch installation on a brand new Catalina 445 Klacko Marine has partnered with Swans Yacht Sales. Four 160W Canadian Energy panels were custom mounted for seamless power while off the dock. We integrated the existing Catalina seating sternrail into the arch and 1 inch siderails to the first gate. All wiring for speakers[…]
A stylish cockpit arch that compliments the sleek lines of this modern yacht. Outfitted with integrated dinghy davits, lifting a dinghy has never been so easy and secure. Future accommodations have been made for up to 600W of solar power. The client has also requested extended sternrail to offer more mounting space, better handholds from[…]
Helpful ideas for solar based power systems on your boat. Disclaimer – This is purely for educational and research purposes, We are in no way responsible for any monetary loss/gain you make using this, I highly encourage you to view this as a learning resource and not as professional advice. Below are some interesting links that[…]
Robust and simple Beneteau Radar Arch A recent build on a beautiful Beneteau 41 Oceanis. The client chose the minimalist swing arm davit design to keep thing compact, clean and pleasing to the eye. The swing arm davit system has been very successful in and enjoyed on over 60 arches built by Klacko Marine. Note[…]
Bruckmann Quality Yachts Bruckmann Yachts, a distinguished name in the North American boating industry, has been crafting custom and semi-custom yachts with unparalleled quality for over 40 years. The company’s roots are deeply intertwined with the history of C&C Yachts, as Erich Bruckmann, one of the founding partners of C&C, led their Custom Yachts Division from[…]
Making Cruising easier and a lot more fun! For many years, Klacko have worked with the team at Cruising Solutions. Cruising Solutions was founded and developed by people like you who enjoy the cruising lifestyle and pursue it at every opportunity. The challenges they faced in acquiring the “right” equipment to support life under sail and[…]
Saga Yachts Klacko was proud to be the OEM metal hardware supplier for the Saga 35, 43, 48 and 409. We actively work with the Yahoo Saga Owners group to give advice and provide OEM solutions. We are able to reproduce or refurbish most metal hardware on your Saga Marine Yacht. The Radar arch on[…]
Bare bones arch out for sea trial on a Catalina 445 Notice there are no sternrails yet…..see next post to see how they turned out!
Beneteau Oceanis 48 Cockpit Arch Custom arch fabricated for Beneteau Oceanis 48 Gypsea Winds (New Port, RI). Klacko utilized the ever popular and useful davit swing arm system. Side rails to the first gate add extra security in the cockpit as well as much needed mounting space. Sternrail was also extended for added functionality. A central[…]
A Flock of Fifties Three Bruckmann B50s at a recent rendezvous.
Arch Test Drive A quick motor out to test the new arch at Niagara On The Lake aboard sv French Kiss.
A Bayport Beauty Brand new davit arch addition to a Jeanneau 45.2
North Channel Trekker Hanse 415 with custom davit arch system
A great way to lift your dinghy with a single line to the winch on the Klacko Swing Arm Davit system Note that a custom Harken or Ronstan fiddle block with cam cleat was used.
La Jeannoise Solar Cockpit Radar arch by Klacko Marine http://www.lajeannoise.com/ Thanks to Carole et Denis for an amazing blog with out of this world photos of their voyages
Cruising Video by Denis Dubois Aboard his Jeanneau 44i Here are some great videos shot by Denis. Klacko Marine is proud to have fabricated their custom arch system that allows easy lifting of their dinghy. It also provides a good structure for their solar panels and keeps all the electronics and cruising gear organized. Under[…]
Delivered: Saga 43 on a Saab 92 Wagon The modern Saab 92, as a concept, pays homage to the original Saab 92 produced by the Swedish automaker. The original Saab 92 was known for its aerodynamic design with a drag coefficient of 0.30 and was the first production car from Saab, starting full-scale production in December[…]
Professional Marine Arch for Bluewater Cruising Designed and built by Pierre Meunier in Montréal, Reliance 44s were available either as a hull and deck to be finished by the owner or in various stages of completion from the factory. Since many, including my own, were finished by the original owners, there are vast differences between[…]
Fully integrated arch and davit system Custom design and integrate arch and dinghy lifting davits. Solar panels to be mounted on davit arms. Fabricated by Klacko Marine Inc. More photos here