Refit My Ride: Oakliff Sailing’s Live Farr 40 Upgrade Demo
Date: October 2, 2025
Annapolis Boat Shows is partnering with Oakcliff Sailing to bring attendees a multi-day hardware installation demonstration. In true “Pimp My Ride” fashion—but with far more fiberglass and fewer fuzzy dice—Refit My Ride will showcase the transformation of a well-worn Farr 40 into a race-ready showpiece, right in the middle of the Annapolis Sailboat Show.
Led by Oakcliff Sailing’s team of rising stars and marine experts, this live, interactive demo will spotlight real-world refits using products donated by Annapolis Boat Show exhibitors. Upgrades include everything from Harken hardware to a Nature’s Head Composting Toilet with social media coverage and on-site presentations throughout the weekend. Contributing exhibitors include:
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- Harken (Land 17)
- Annapolis Rigging Company (Tent AB 24)
- Marlow Ropes (Land X4A)
- Tylaska Marine Hardwar (Land L20A)
- Interlux/SeaHawk (Tent B 51)
- Awlgrip (Tent B 53)
- Cruising Solutions (Tent YB 1, Land 83)
- Defender Industries (Tent AB 14)
- Nature’s Head (Tent b 15)
- Chesapeake Sailmakers (Dock f1)
- Gill North America (Land 70)
- Yacht Canvas (Tent O 12)
Blue, one of Oakcliff’s hardworking training boats, has sailed thousands of offshore miles with dozens of future captains and marine pros aboard. Its revitalization represents not just a cosmetic makeover, but a commitment to education, marine careers, and the sustainability of existing fleets.
Attendees can stop by throughout the show to see the project in action, meet the team, and collect tips for refitting their own ride. Whether you’re a cruiser, racer, or serial DIY-er, this activation promises hands-on inspiration—and a few good laughs along the way.
Check them out on Dock E.