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…
Building the Ultimate Offshore Sail Repair Kit: 12 Essential Items to Include
As a blue water cruiser, you know that preparation is key to ensuring a safe and enjoyable sailing experience. One…
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Spring Sailing Tips
Measuring up for a Successful Spring Season: Checking Equipment and Skills Here’s some resources to help you assess your preparedness…
Sailing at Night
As the sun sets and casts its glimmering light over the soft flow of the ocean, the moon is only just beginning to awaken. Blackness swallows you and your vessel whole, leaving close to zero visual cues behind.
While many sailors find night sailing daunting, it doesn’t have to be. With the right preparations and procedures in place, a night passage will fill any sailor with glee and excitement.
Sailing With a Spinnaker – Asymmetrical Basics (Gennakers and Light Air Sails)
Join in as Matt from the Foster Journey sits down with Ron McInnis from Precision Sails to discuss their new Asymmetrical Spinnaker and light air sailing!
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Choosing the Best Cruising Sail – Technical Corner
Join in as Steve and Judy from the Sailing Fair Isle walk you through their experience of ordering new sails from Precision Sails and our process!
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Can Different Types of Sailcloth Become Moldy?
Sails can get moldy, but it can be avoided. You have to make sure to try to keep it dry and avoid furling the sail when it’s wet. Taking the sail down and storing it is also an effective method when trying to combat mold. Mold and mildew show up differently in Dacron and Laminate sails and as such these sail fabrics require different techniques. This video explores the best ways to keep your Dacron and laminate sails clean and extend their longevity. […]
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Should You Add a Topping Lift to Your Boat
Setting up your rigging to suit your boat is paramount in achieving peak performance from your sails. On Ask Precision Sails we had a question from customer Jim who wants to know: “Should I add a topping lift to my boat? And if so how do I rig it up?” First of […]
Factors when Choosing a Headsail LP %
Choosing the right headsail LP (Luff-Perpendicular) depends on several things. When, where, and why you are sailing, as well as your rig set-up and limitations. The most versatile LP% is 135%. Your sailing destination and conditions and rig type help decide what size of headsail LP to choose. The type of sailing, racing, or cruising sailing, also factors in when choosing a headsail LP percentage. Give Precision Sails a call and we can help you out!
Laminate Sails? Worth the upgrade?
Are laminate sails worth upgrading to from regular Dacron sails? Yes, in some cases, in others, no. The main difference between a Dacron and a laminate sail is in the shape of your sails when you tack and how this impacts on the performance of the maneuver. The price point also has to feel right for you. If there is a large difference in price between Dacron and laminate sails, then a set of high-quality Dacron sails are still going to satisfy your needs for the long term. It all depends on what you are trying to get out of your boat and which sails you will need to accomplish those goals.