Understanding Lines, Hard Shackles, and Soft Shackles for Sailing: A Comprehensive Guide
Lines – Hard Shackles – Soft Shackles In the world of sailing, the evolution of materials and technology has led…
Halyards, Sheets, and Lines: A Guide to Choosing and Maintaining Your Sailboat Rigging
How to Choose the Right Halyard/Sheet When choosing a halyard for your sailboat, several factors come into play. These include…
Batten Configuration For Performance Cruising
What is the best batten configuration on a mainsail for performance cruising? First of all, it is important to consider the size of your vessel and the roach that you have in your mainsail, this will ultimately determine which batten configuration will work best for you. Typically, performance cruising and club racing vessels will use a mixture of both full and partial battens. Darryl, the owner of Precision Sails, says two full and two partial battens is the recipe for success. Sometimes having a bit of both really is the best thing.
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Measuring for New Sails: Headsail With the Mast Down
In this blog we walk you through the process of measuring your headsail when your mast is down. Clients tell us all the time that they can’t get their measurements to us because their sailboat’s rigs are taken apart. This blog and video show you how to get the measurements for a new headsail without having your boat put together, or if it is being stored for winter. The process is made easier with a buddy so try to have one around and call us anytime, we’re here to help
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How To Use A Velcro Strap On Your Sails Clew
When you receive your mainsail from Precision Sails we supply you with a Velcro strap which is intended to be put on the clew around the boom. This Velcro strap has a couple of functions. The first is for when you’re sailing in heavy winds or stormy weather you can wrap it through your clew and around your boom for extra stability and strength. Another is when you are not using a clew slug, you can simply use the Velcro strap and make quick adjustments to the tension of the sail. In this video Darryl, owner of Precision Sails, reviews the various uses for your Velcro strap on the clew.
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All About Battens: Opening, Cutting, Installing Battens On A Sail
Quick guide on all things battens. In this blog we walk you through the process of opening your battens as when they arrive they will be zip tied together in a tight coil under a lot of tension. We will then discuss the straightforward process of measuring and cutting your battens and the tools needed to complete this. Finally guide you through installing your battens. If you have any questions please reach out, we’ll be happy to answer!
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The Rundown On Mainsail Features: Battens, Reefs, Reinforcements, Profile
Ever wondered what you can do to get a more durable and better performing mainsail? This blog post runs through the options available for you to customize your sail for your boat as well as your sailing experience. We explore the four key features to consider when selecting your new mainsail: Battens, Size & Profile, Reinforcements, and Reefs. At Precision Sails, we make the selection process easy, by speaking to you directly, to help determine exactly what you need from your next sail.
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Checking Sails At Home
With the sailing season almost upon those of us living in the northern hemisphere, now is the time to inspect our sails so we can be confident they will survive another season of abuse. Unfortunately, this is not one of the more glamorous or exciting parts of sailing, and for some, it can fall by the wayside until it is too late. However, if you do not mind filling your living room with Dacron for an afternoon, we will show you how to inspect your sails from the comfort of your own couch!
Loose vs Fixed Foot
Is one better than the other? In this post, one of Precision Sails’ Senior Sail Designers, Jeremy Roszmann, discusses the details and features of the two sail types. Learn more about the history and background of fixed foot and loose foot sails. Jeremey also discusses how the differences in the designed shape of the sail and its functionality affect the efficiency and power of the sails. He dives into the topic of rigging and removal and how it can change removing the sail from your boat. Join us as we explore the different advantages and disadvantages of these two sail styles.
Mainsail Attachments: Sliders And Systems
Ever wonder why there are so many slider options? Jeremy dives into the discussion of when to choose flat sliders, half round sliders or external sliders. Learn everything you want to know about attachment hardware and sliders from one of Precision Sails’ top designers.
Offshore Sailing: Heavy Weather
We will be discussing the best methods to handle your boat safely in foul weather conditions while sailing offshore. Learning how to safely handle your vessel in these conditions can give you the confidence to overcome this fear, ultimately seeing the storm not as an ordeal but simply an opportunity to sail in different conditions. The blog ascertains the points of passage planning, prior preparations and heavy weather sail configurations and more.