Sail care

We are often asked if there area any upgrades and modifications can be made to the sails that would improve the performance of their boat.  One of the most often asked questions is:  Is it possible to recut my sails to tune them up over the winter?  The answer is always a resounding maybe! First […]

Most folks have a normal boat checklist for the spring; new bottom paint, installing instruments, lubricating furling systems and winches are some of the more obvious pre-launching tasks.  Many people neglect to give their sails a quick inspection before installing them on the boat for the season. The following is a quick checklist of  some […]

Remove sails from boat – Don’t leave them on boom/furling system all winter.  Leaving the sails exposed to the elements is a sure way of shortening their life. Inspect the sails for minor damage as you are removing them. Mainsail – Look for broken luff slides and shackles, worn webbing, loose or worn stitching, broken or missing […]