Cruising Mainsails

Cruising Mainsails

Cruising Mainsails

Product catalog summary
Overview: The UK Sailmakers Cruising Asymmetrical Spinnaker is designed for easy handling and enhanced downwind sailing. It offers the power of a traditional spinnaker with the simplicity of a genoa, making it ideal for solo sailors or small crews.
Specifications: This spinnaker does not require additional gear such as a spinnaker pole or mast track. It only needs a spinnaker halyard, two sheets, and two turning blocks. The sail's asymmetric shape provides stability and control, suitable for use even under autopilot.
Performance: The sail can be used in light air for close-reaching and in stronger winds for broader wind angles. Trimming is straightforward, similar to other sails, by adjusting the sheet to maintain a smooth edge.
Handling: The spinnaker can be easily set and doused with a Stasher, a dousing sock that simplifies maneuvers. Alternatively, it can be used with free-luff furling systems for easy rolling.
Additional Resources: A DVD is available for purchase, providing comprehensive guidance on using the cruising spinnaker, including tips for hoisting, dousing, and equipment recommendations. The cost of the DVD is refundable upon purchasing the spinnaker.
Customization: Sailors can personalize their spinnaker with custom color schemes or printed logos using UK Sailmakers' online tools.
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Catalog excerpts

Cruising Mainsails-1

UK SAILMAKERS CRUISING ASYMMETRICAL SPINNAKER When the breeze lightens, UK Sailmakers’ asymmetrical pole-less cruising spinnaker is the ideal sail to keep you moving downwind. It delivers almost as much pulling power as a spinnaker, yet it’s so simple, easy to set, trim and lower that it can be handled by one person. Our cruising spinnaker makes offwind sailing faster and more fun, especially when compared to motoring downwind with your sails flapping. Our cruising spinnaker gives you the power of a spinnaker, the simplicity of a genoa, and the pleasure of sailing in peace and quiet. As with any spinnaker, you can make a creative statement when designing a color scheme for your cruising chute. Have fun with our online coloring tools or ask about having a logo or picture printed right on the sail.

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Cruising Mainsails-2

The UK Sailmakers cruising spinnaker doesn’t require extra gear, so you don’t need a spinnaker pole, mast track, pole lift, foreguys and afterguys. All that’s needed is a spinnaker halyard, two sheets and two turning blocks. The sail’s asymmetric shape creates a stable and controllable profile. It’s so stable, you can even use it while sailing under autopilot. In light air the sail can be carried as high as close-reaching; in stronger wind you’ll be more comfortable at broader wind angles. Trimming is no more difficult than any other sail: let the sheet out until the leading edge starts to curl,...

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