Headsails

Racing sails are a challenge. Whether for inshore racers, fast cruising yachts, or one-off designs, speed and performance are always important. High-tech materials such as polyester, Dyneema, Kevlar, or carbon are used in panel sails, depending on the requirements, or...

A newly developed asymmetric sail designed for tight reaching angles—called the “Code Zero”—was first used in the Whitbread Round the World Race. Since then, the Code Zero has become an established part of the modern sail inventory due to its wide range of...

Furling genoas are easy to trim and add an important safety factor to any boat. FRITZ‑SEGEL has long been involved in producing furling genoas of all sizes, designs, and areas of application. These sails must hold up under all circumstances and always be ready for...

At first glance, the Genoa III and the jib look very similar. Both sails are characterized by a short foot that reaches only to the mast (about 100%–110% LP), as well as a long luff and leech. However, on closer inspection, you will notice that the Genoa III is made...

The Genoa I is used as the standard headsail on many yachts. It overlaps the mast, is sheeted outside the spreaders, and usually has an LP measurement of 150%–160%. Regardless of the rig, the luff of a Genoa I always extends over the entire forestay length. Apart from...

Top drifters are particularly popular headsails for yachts sailing in light‑wind areas. In winds up to about 10 knots AWS, the large, lightweight genoa set freely from the masthead significantly increases sail area and therefore delivers a substantial boost in speed...