Where to sail in central Virginia? - SailNet Community
Apr 27, 2010 · So here I am in Richmond, VA (actually a few miles west, in far western Henrico County), and I'm doing a little Googling for places to sail a small boat (say, a 15 to 19-foot …
Sail -vs- Motor Cruising? - SailNet Community
Jul 19, 2007 · SailNet is a forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, repairs, reviews, …
Which sailmaker? - SailNet Community
Sep 9, 2024 · SailNet is a forum community dedicated to Sailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about sailing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, repairs, reviews, …
New Positive and Comprehensive Catalina 22 Review
Aug 28, 2015 · The Capri 22 is basically a larger cockpit, more sail controls, more sail area, faster sailing boat, with none of the drawbacks of the swing keel. The wing is the compromise boat …
Traveler vs Twin Mainsheets - SailNet Community
Nov 8, 2007 · The main function of the traveler is to adjust sail position, relative to the centerline of the boat. Often, with a line-controlled traveler, you can trim the main via adjusting the …
Spar vs. mast. What's the difference? | SailNet Community
May 1, 2016 · These include booms and masts, which serve both to deploy sail and resist compressive and bending forces, as well as the bowsprit and spinnaker pole. The mast of a …
Why is beam reach (or near to it) the fastest point of sail?
Apr 3, 2012 · A beam reach remains the lowest point of sail, where you are still being pulled by the lift of the sail, rather than being pushed from behind. Therefore, you may still be creating …
What to do with an old sail? - SailNet Community
Jun 23, 2008 · Get creative Depending on how good you are as a tailor or with a sewing machine, cut the old sail up and make a jacket, a vest, or even make carrying bags like the canvas totes …
Bolt rope or Sail Slugs - SailNet Community
Jun 4, 2008 · If the grommets are every two feet for the length of the luff, then, they're probably for sail slugs. I prefer slugs to a bolt rope, since slugs, when properly installed: create less friction; …
Gale Sail - SailNet Community
Nov 29, 2007 · I am looking into buying this Gail sail. It sounds like it is a great idea. From the web site: The Gale sail, since it is hoisted over the very stiff roller furled sail, has a great …