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BOAT COMPASSES With Silva’s 89 years of experience in compasses, we deliver boat compasses that perform at a high level and last for many years. With us you will find sailboat compasses, motorboat compasses and compasses for kayaks, canoes and smaller boats.
Boat compasses: sailboat compasses and motorboat compasses In our wide range of marine compasses, you will find front-read boat compasses, sailboat compasses for bulkhead mounting, flush compasses and motorboat compasses designed for high speeds. With smart features such as a dual scale, three lubber lines, built-in lighting for night navigation and high heeling angles, you have everything you need for safe navigation on the lake.
Compass for kayak, canoe, dinghy The kayak compass 58 Kayak is easily attached to the kayak with a rubber band. The universal compass 70UN is well suited for kayaks, canoes, dinghies and small boats because it can be used both as a steering compass and a hand-held bearing compass and floats.
Durability, low friction and accurate reading Common to all our boat compasses is that they focus on:
DURABILITY The protective outer layer is made of transparent and scratch-resistant acrylic material that lasts year after year.
LOW FRICTION The combination of sapphire jewel and powerful steel minimizes the friction of the navigation needle, which provides fast and precise movements.
ACCURATE READING
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Ritchie RU-90 Voyager Flush Mount Compass The Ritchie RU-90 Voyager fits a 3-1/2" hole and is easily installed with the included hardware. The brite white lettering along with the 45° &...
Ritchie S-87 Voyager Surface Mount Compass The Ritchie S-87 Voyager features a compact low profile design and is easy to install. The brite white lettering combined with the built-in green night...
Ritchie BN-202 Navigator Bulkhead Compass The Ritchie BN-202 Navigator compass fits 5.75" mounting holes for easy bulkhead installation. The hardened steel pivot dial combined with the fiberglass...
Ritchie V-537 Explorer Bulkhead Compass This Ritchie Explorer compass easily fits a 3" mounting hole and is is installed with the provided mounting screws. The brite white lettering on blue combined...
Ritchie Tactician Sailing Compass - White This Ritchie features tactical quadrants to show bot wind shifts and headers making it a must have for sailboat racing. The movable course minder...
Ritchie Helmsman Flush Mount Compass - White [HF-742W] The Ritchie Helmsman Flush Mount Marine Compass is easy to install and is a reliable navigation tool for boaters. This compass features...
Ritchie Helmsman Flush Mount Compass - Black [HF-742] The Ritchie Helmsman Flush Mount Marine Compass is easy to install and is a reliable navigation tool for boaters. This compass features built-in...
Ritchie Venture Bulkhead Compass Ritchie Venture SR-2 compass is designed primarily for sailboats 16 ft. to 36 ft in length. Ritchie Venture Compass features a 3-3/4" CombiDial. Combi-Dials are a...
Ritchie B-81 Voyager Bracket Mount Compass This Ritchie B-81 Voyager compass features a Combi-Dial are a combination of direct-read dials and flat-card dials. Combi-Dials can be read from both above...
Ritchie FNW-201 Navigator Flush Mount Compass - White The Richie Navigator Compass features a 4-1/2" PowerDamp Flat Card Dial. Flat-Card Dials allow you to look down on the compass to see the course...
Ritchie Supersport White Compass w/ Blue Dial (RIT-SS-1002W) Ritchie Supersport Marine Compasses are designed and tested for use on offshore race boats. Each Supersport Compass features a PowerDamp...
Ritchie Supersport Black Compass w/ Blue Dial (RIT-SS-1002) Ritchie Supersport Marine Compasses are designed and tested for use on offshore race boats. Each Supersport Compass features a PowerDamp...
Ritchie Helmsman Flush Mount Compass (RIT-HF-743) The Ritchie Helmsman White Flush Mount Marine Compass is easy to install and is a reliable navigation tool for boaters. This compass features...
Ritchie Helmsman Bracket Mount Compass (RIT-HB-741) The Ritchie Helmsman Bracket Mount Marine Compass is easy to install and is a reliable navigation tool for boaters. This compass features built-in...
Ritchie XP-99W Kayaker Surface-Mount Compass - White Ritchie Kayaker Series Compasses are a reliable and easy to use navigation tool. These compasses don't require wires or power and installation is...
Reliable Navigation with Ritchie Compasses
As GPS units and other navigation electronics grow in popularity, it is important to remember that nothing is more reliable than a marine compass. Ritchie Navigation designs compasses that deliver superior accuracy, durability, and reliability in rough conditions. Each Ritchie Compass utilizes special Directiveforce Magnets; these magnets are field balanced and matched to each individual compass to provide superior accuracy and smooth, rapid response. If you frequently experience severe conditions, take comfort in knowing that Ritchie Compasses use a Hardened Steel Pivot and Triple Cup Sapphire Jewel Movement to ensure smooth dial operation and fast lock-on .
Different Dial Designs for Ultimate Readability
Ritchie Compasses come in a variety of series that host unique features, but the most important thing to consider is the dial design. You will find all three dial styles that Ritchie Compass offers at Wholesale Marine. Direct-Read Dials are a smart choice for when your compass is positioned at eye-level; they allow you to see the compass heading and lubber line from directly in front. Flat-Card Dials allow you to look down on the compass to see the course heading .
If you find yourself needing to view your compass from both above and in-front, we recommend Ritchie’s Combi-Dials. These dials are a combination of the Direct-Read and Flat-Card designs, incorporating dials that can be read from both above and directly in front of the compass .
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Wholesale Marine carries a full line of Ritchie Compasses in a variety of styles and dial designs. We offer the lowest prices on the web, and same-day shipping on all Ritchie products. Every boat can benefit from having a magnetic compass on board – even if you have a GPS unit. Compasses will not fail if your electricity cuts out, or if you find yourself in severe conditions that render your GPS useless. Shop with confidence knowing you’re getting a quality compass from Ritchie Navigation, and low prices from Wholesale Marine. Questions about one of the compasses we carry? Call our boating experts Monday-Friday 9AM-6PM EST at (877) 388-2628. Sign up for our Captain’s Club Rewards Program and begin accruing points you can apply toward future purchases. Order today for delivery as soon as tomorrow .
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If you're serious about sailing, you know that a reliable compass can make all the difference. I've tested many compasses and read tons of reviews of other sailors, and here are my absolute favorites.
Which marine compass should i get for my sailboat, why i picked the ritchie navigation explorer, important factors when buying a compass, what should you look for in a quality compass, some quality compass brands to consider.
I recommend the Ritchie Navigation Explorer (click to check current price on Amazon ) - This compass is competitively priced, good looking, simple, reliable and rugged. Bracket mount (which I like). Also called the B51, it's the all-round best compass for most people. Best bang for the buck.
This is the compass I currently have and it's my all-time favorite. It's incredibly accurate - just like its predecessor, which was also a Ritchie.
I know, it's all Ritchie here - but what can I say? They provide very good value for money. Other compass brands tend to get pretty expensive, and the folks at Ritchie just really deliver. I never needed something else, to be honest.
I had an older model before (I'm not quite sure which one) and just wanted the same one, but new. I like the bracket mount, it provides more stability, and it's easy to install and adjust.
Cons: it is a pretty big compass, but it will still fit most small sailboats. The housing is plastic, but it's durable.
There are two major factors two consider: mounting and size.
Choosing the right mounting method for you makes all the difference. The three most common mounting methods are:
Bracket mount - the compass rests in a bracket. Bracket mounts can be mounted in the helm or on deck. I prefer this mounting method. They are easy to install and keep the compass card at the right viewing angle. Flush mount - the compass rests inside the dashboard. Less easy to install, but man ... it looks good. Surface mount - the compass sits on top of the dashboard. Very easy to install and looks pretty decent for most compasses with a low profile. Binnacle mount - the compass has it's own casing. Looks great and all, but takes up a lot of space and is a lot of work to install properly.
Choosing the right size is just as important. Most smaller to mid-sized compasses are between 4-5 inches wide. You don't want a huge compass in a tiny helm, but you also want to be able to read it easily. The method of mounting also plays a large role here.
For small sailboats (under 20 ft) I'd recommend getting a small surface-mounted compass.
If you want a detailed look at how a boat compass works, you can read my Beginners Guide on Boat Compasses here (new tab)
I admit, I'm a fan of Ritchie. But there are other reputable brands that make great compasses out there:
Although there are some great looking compasses out there, most of them are just too expensive in my opinion. Ritchie seems to have fixed that problem by providing a great quality compass with good warranty at a very decent price. If you're looking for a simple and clean compass, and don't want to pay top bill, I recommend the Ritchie Navigation Explorer (click to go to Amazon ).
If you're looking for good quality sailing gear, I have other articles like this one. You can check them out on the recommended gear section of this site. It has all the sailing gear I love most.
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For 89 years, we at Silva have manufactured compasses for orienteering, outdoor life, adventure and boating. With our quality compasses, you get precise and fast navigation on land or at sea, day or night. Constantly developing and improving our compasses to become the best on the market is something we have worked with since the beginning in 1933.
Our range of orienteering compasses ranges from beginner compasses for children and adults, to compasses used by elite orienteers. Here you will find wrist compasses for children and ruler compasses that can be used both for orientation and hiking. Our rotary capsule thumb compasses have the highest performance and are developed by elite orienteers. You'll also find classic Silva orientation controls and orientation markers.
Are you looking for sailboat compasses, motorboat compasses or compasses for kayaks? Here you will find sailboat compasses for bulkhead mounting, front-reading boat compasses, flush-mounted compasses, pedestal compasses for sailors and motorboat compasses that can handle high speeds. Most of our marine compasses have high heeling angles, dual scale, three ruler lines and built-in lighting for night navigation. We also have kayak compasses that you attach with rubber bands, universal compasses that can be used both as steering compasses and hand-held bearing compasses and inclinometers.
Find a compass for outdoor life and adventure. Among our beginner compasses you will find classic standard compasses with a rotatable compass housing and entry-level compasses that meet the requirements for training in schools, youth groups and leisure orienteering. Here you will also find adventure and expedition compasses such as our aiming compasses with global needle, magnifying glass and slope card to detect avalanche risk.
Already in 1933, the Kjellström brothers, Silva's founders, invented the first liquid-filled compass that revolutionized navigation and became a global standard. Namely, the liquid created a resistance that prevented the needle from spinning. Now you could read the compass in just 4 seconds, compared to the previous 30. Ever since then, we have developed and improved our compasses to be as fast and precise as possible.
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