Jan 28, 2025 | Mainsail types, Sail
On charter yachts, as well as on yachts whose owners prioritize safety, comfort, and convenience, the in-mast furling mainsail with full-length vertical battens parallel to the mast has become increasingly popular. Handling is simple and straightforward, and reefing...
Jan 28, 2025 | Mainsail types, Sail
Square-head sails with a combination of full battens and leech battens are used exclusively in the racing sector. Due to the wide sail head, it is not possible to secure and/or trim the rig using a backstay. The square-head mainsail can therefore only be used on rigs...
Jan 28, 2025 | Mainsail types, Sail
High‑Efficiency Full-Batten Mainsails – Maximum Performance and Handling for Cruising Yachts These high-quality, fully battened mainsails are the ideal choice for masthead or 9/10‑rigged cruising yachts, whether sailing on inland lakes or demanding offshore routes....
Jan 28, 2025 | Mainsail types, Sail
On yachts with flexible 7/8 or 3/4 rigs, semi‑full‑batten mainsails are predominantly used. This batten configuration has also proven effective on boats with masthead or 9/10 rigs that are sailed mainly on light‑wind inland lakes. Advantages: The semi‑full‑batten...
Jan 28, 2025 | Mainsail types, Sail
Leech battens, also known as short battens, represent the basic version of all sail battens. Depending on the sail size, 2, 3, or 4 battens are used. They are usually arranged at right angles to the leech chord and divide the leech into equal segments. The length of...
