Seldén Mast is expanding its winch range and furling portfolio. It’s showcasing its latest offerings at Metstrade (01-775).
First on the rostrum is the S19 – a self-tailing winch which extends the company’s existing range of winches (currently spanning sizes S30 to S66) and makes tacking easier for smaller yachts.
“Since launching our S30–S66 winch range three years ago, we have received requests for a smaller model from both OEM customers and aftermarket distributors and dealers. We had the S19 winch ready earlier this spring and have spent the summer testing and fine-tuning it to ensure it meets our expectations,” says Mats-Uno Fredrikson, director of marketing.
Patented drum technology aims to reduce line wear
The S19 features Seldén’s patented ART (Asymmetric Rib Technology) design on the aluminium drum. The company notes that the asymmetric ribs provide excellent grip while minimising line wear and ensuring smooth, controlled release. The self-tailer is designed to make tacking easier.
Fredrikson says the S19 complements its existing range by offering a more compact, single-speed alternative. “Apart from having only one speed, it features the same drum and self-tailing concept as our larger models. The line runs through the self-tailer with very low friction, allowing the sailor to pull the slack through easily and quickly. This saves valuable time during every tack and makes sail handling smoother and more efficient.”
Fine-tuning is made with the winch handle, already in place. With its compact size, self-tailing function and patented drum technology, Seldén envisions the S19 will bring its proven winch design to a new segment of keelboats and smaller yachts. Recommended retail price is €565, excl VAT, with deliveries commencing December 2026.
Portfolio expands with furling boom
Seldén’s also expanding its furling portfolio. It’s launching the Seldén IBF (In-Boom Furling), a newly developed furling boom.
It’s built around the same principles that underpin its Furlex jib furling systems, CX downwind furlers and furling masts: intuitive operation, controlled sail handling and attention to detail.
The first model is designed for yachts up to 40 feet and is available in two versions: a manual system and an electric version (with manual backup). The electric version features an integrated motor allowing for a two-speed velocity in the furling mandrel.
“It’s all about allowing a small crew to adjust their sail plan with ease,” says Fredrikson. “We have chosen an extruded and tapered aluminium section for the furling boom, drawing on our long experience with masts and booms in aluminium. This enables us to offer a competitive solution while maintaining the quality and performance associated with Seldén. Whether the main sail is furled vertically into the mast or horizontally into the boom is ultimately a matter of preference.”
The manual furling boom is operated using an endless furling line led back to a winch in the cockpit. The line driver incorporates a ratchet mechanism for safe furling and to prevent the sail from unintentionally unrolling.
The electric version provides push-button operation and can be combined with a Seldén electric winch to synchronise mainsail hoisting with the furling boom. The system automatically coordinates the speed of the halyard winch with the furling mandrel.
“The motor in the boom feeds the sail out, while the halyard winch adapts its speed to the halyard tension,” explains Fredrikson.
“The system is based on SEL-Bus, the same intelligent CAN-bus technology we use across our range of electrically powered sail-handling functions. This results in a smooth and controlled hoist, without unnecessary stress on the sail, halyard or winch. When reefing the sail, simply release the halyard and let the motorized furling mandrel bring the sail into the boom.”
Deliveries are expected to commence during April 2027.
Metstrade provides launch – and socialising – platform
Fredrikson says he’s looking forward to catching up with old friends and meeting new ones from across the marine industry at Metstrade. “Mets has always been an important show for us. After so many years, it has become much more than just a trade show – it’s also a great meeting place and an important social event for the industry.”
Earlier this year, the company introduced a Rig Tension Car for dinghy jib halyard systems which followed swiftly on the heels of its E40rev, a reversible electric winch that operates in two directions and offers two selectable speeds. The latter’s positioned within the company’s electrically powered deck hardware portfolio and is intended for sail-handling applications across a range of sailing yachts.
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