The DACRON Mainsail is built for sailors who value reliability, durability, and versatility. Dacron, a time-tested polyester sailcloth, is the perfect choice for those seeking a durable, low-maintenance sail. Whether for cruising or club racing, this mainsail provides consistent performance with a range of customization options tailored to your sailing needs.

Sailcut Options:
- Cross-cut for classic, evenly-distributed strength
- Radial-cut for improved load distribution and better shape retention

Sailcloth Material Options:

Dacron: Durable, low stretch, and cost-effective, ideal for cruisers and club racers seeking longevity.
Warp-Drive Challenge: High-performance, stretch-resistant sailcloth for excellent shape retention.
Contender Radial: Designed for radial-cut sails, providing flexibility and precise load distribution.
Hydranet Radial: A Dacron-Spectra blend offering durability and low stretch for long-term performance in tough conditions.

Why Choose Dacron?

Cost-Effective: It is more affordable than high-tech materials like carbon or Technora, offering great value without compromising durability.

Durability: It is known for its long-lasting robustness, ideal for extended cruising and casual racing.

Low Stretch: It provides reliable low stretch, maintaining sail shape and prioritizing ease of use and longevity over high-performance materials.

Generic Gaff Sail

What is Gaff rigging?

The Gaff rig is a historical method of raising the mainsail used in ancient times. It is still a somewhat popular style of sailboat. Many individuals opt for a gaff rig because they appreciate its traditional and distinctive appearance. The gaff rig primarily relates to the shape of the sail rather than the actual quantity of sails.

What are the advantages of a gaff rig?

Gaff rigs generally offer increased sail area compared to the mast length, reducing stress on the mast and rigging. As a result, a shorter and stronger mast with more gentle and uncomplicated rigging is achievable. Consequently, this leads to reduced hardware, fewer potential points of failure, and, ultimately, lower maintenance costs.

Generic Multihull Mainsail

What is Generic Multihull Mainsail?

Most modern multihulls feature a simple tripod rig with a forestay and single shroud on each side, acting as backstays. This setup allows for a larger roach on the mainsail. The design and construction of the mainsail are crucial as it is the primary propulsion for the boat in all conditions.

Stock sails on new boats are often basic and cost-effective. However, there’s room for improvement in materials, the number of full battens, and designs. A sail’s draft is critical for a boat’s pointing ability, and sails designed for different boat types require different characteristics to optimize performance.