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.
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Precision Sails is proud to offer a number of recognized sailcloth brands, Brainbridge is one of them. Bainbridge International was established in 1917 and holds the title of one of the longest established sailcloth manufacturers in the worldIs. In this blog we take an in depth look at Bainbridge’s SPX Strong Fill 55 and what sails it is best suited for. Learn what features and sailing conditions make this sailcloth the right decision for your boat.
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A Spreader Patch is a strip of Insignia cloth which is used to protect sections of your sail from chafing caused by spreaders or other sharp objects which can press up against the sail. They are applied to sails to prolong the life of your sails. In this blog examine when spreader patches should be applied and how to install them.
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Precision Sails is proud to offer a number of recognized sailcloth brands, Brainbridge is one of them. Bainbridge International was established in 1917 and holds the title of one of the longest established sailcloth manufacturers in the worldIs. In this blog we take an in depth look at Bainbridge International SPX Balanced 25 sailcloth and what sails it is best suited for. Learn what features and sailing conditions make this sailcloth the right decision for your boat.
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Spinnaker sails are known to be the most colourful and exciting sail in a sailor’s toolbox. While each spinnaker serves the same purpose, are they all created equal? In this blog we discuss the differences between Symmetrical and Asymmetrical Spinnakers and how their shape is not the only difference. We provide an in depth look at the variations between standard sizes, code zeros, and the different options for each type of sail. Discover which is best for your sailboat.
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A spinnaker is downwind sail set at the bow which billows when it catches the wind. Lightweight and custom made for the wind range you plan to sail in. All of our spinnakers are radial designed and stitched together expertly to prolong their life.
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How To Install a Lazy Jack Bag System: The Lazy Cradle is possibly the easiest way to cover your mainsail and is perfect for short-handed crews. One simply lowers the halyard, settling the sail in the cover, and zips the top for complete coverage.
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My Need for Cruising Speed Demands a Great Suit of SailsI like to sail fast mostly in the heavy winds that Lake Ontario throws.
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