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  1. Racing Sails

    Advances in sail materials mean you no longer have to sacrifice durability for speed, but with so many options choosing the right racing sail can be challenging. North racing sails are stronger, lighter, smoother, lower stretch, and therefore faster. Our experts will help you understand the performance requirements of your boat, which will help ...

  2. Racing Yacht Sails

    Hyde Sails manufactures sails for the smallest dinghies to round-the-globe cruisers and for racing yachts to traditional sailing boats. We sell directly to sailors and to boat builders, such as Laser and RS Sailing. Hyde manufactures over 40,000 sails and over 10,000 accessories every year.

  3. Racing Sails

    Racing Multihull Sails. Racing multihulls are one of the fastest growing segments in the industry. Quantum offers sails specifically designed to get the most out of these boats known for their speed and performance. Learn more.

  4. RACING SAILS

    The Evolution difference is race leading customisation. We design racing sails that are built to fit and designed to win. From One Design sails to club racing and grand prix, no matter what kind of racing sailor you are, our in-house bespoke division will design the ultimate customisation of your racing sails so you'll go faster than ever ...

  5. Yacht Sails, Cruising and Racing Sails

    We design and construct custom high quality racing sails, cruising sails, multihull sails, superyacht sails and traditional yacht sails.

  6. Racing Sails

    Racing Sails. UK Sailmakers makes racing sails for all kinds of boats, sailors, and budgets. UK Sailmakers uses powerful computer modeling and analysis programs to design race-winning sails that will hold up to the strains and stresses of the race course. Modern CAD programs allow sail designers to rely more on proven numbers than on old ...

  7. RACING

    RACING. Doyle has become a world-leader in racing sails through a combination of practical on-the-water experience and continual product development. With one of the largest investments in the industry for R&D, Doyle offers the very latest advances in racing sails. Whether racing on a Friday after work or racing around the world non-stop; Doyle ...

  8. The Difference Between Racing Sails and Cruising Sails

    Downwind cruising and racing sails The good news for racers and cruisers is that the America's Cup has spun off significant developments in downwind sails for both. For many years, the most common downwind sail for a cruising boat has been the asymmetrical spinnaker, tacked to the bow, also known as a gennaker.

  9. Yacht & Dinghy Sailmakers

    Hyde Sails manufactures sails for the smallest dinghies to round-the-globe cruisers and for racing yachts to traditional sailing boats. We sell directly to sailors and to boat builders, such as Laser and RS Sailing. Hyde manufactures over 40,000 sails and over 10,000 accessories every year.

  10. The Ultimate Guide to Sail Types and Rigs (with Pictures)

    Sails weigh anywhere between 4.5-155 lbs (2-70 kg). The reason is that weight goes up exponentially with size. Small boats carry smaller sails (100 sq. ft.) made from thinner cloth (3.5 oz). Large racing yachts can carry sails of up to 400 sq. ft., made from heavy fabric (14 oz), totaling at 155 lbs (70 kg).

  11. Why Racing Sailing Yachts Opt For Black Sails

    Yacht Racing and Black Sails. Yacht racing is a highly competitive sport that requires the best performance from the boats and the sailors. Many factors can affect the performance of a yacht, including the design, materials, and modifications. One of the most visible modifications that yacht racers use is black sails. Black sails are not a new ...

  12. Used Sails For Sale

    Used Sails From Top Brands. SailTrader is able to help you find used sails from top brands such as North Sails, Quantum Sails, UK Sailmakers, Doyle Sails, Evolution Sails, Precision Sails, Hood Sails and more. Thanks to our marketplace design, and the ability for anyone to sell their used sail, there is a lot of competition for used sails.

  13. Types of Racing Sailboats

    There are many types of racing sailboats that range from one-man dinghies all the way to 100-foot yachts. Some racing sailboats are classified as keel boats, multi-hull, and even a tower ship. These boats are built primarily for speed, so comfort is usually an afterthought depending on the brand. For racing sailboats, each one is going to fit ...

  14. Yacht racing

    Yacht racing is a sailing sport involving sailing yachts and larger sailboats, as distinguished from dinghy racing, which involves open boats. It is composed of multiple yachts, in direct competition, racing around a course marked by buoys or other fixed navigational devices or racing longer distances across open water from point-to-point. It ...

  15. RCSails

    The more experienced the sail maker gets the better the sails work. This guide is intended to help newbies to cut heir own sails and build their own rigs. Sailmaking Tips: A piece of thin melamine board about 50x200cm is very helpful to loft the outline of the sails. Use packing paper to sketch the outlines according the class rules or a ...

  16. Sail Racer boats for sale

    Racer sailing vessels pricing. Racer sailing vessels for sale on YachtWorld are offered at a variety of prices from $7,475 on the relatively more affordable end all the way up to $2,882,000 for the rarest of yachts. Find Sail Racer boats for sale in your area & across the world on YachtWorld. Offering the best selection of boats to choose from.

  17. Racing-Yachts

    Find used boats and used yachts for sale or for charter. Becoming one of the largest dedicated website for Performance Yachts and Racers In the market. Search our extensive database from around the world and make contact to one of our seven sales offices in Europe.

  18. Hampshire & Isle of Wight weekly round-up: 20 April

    Racing yacht Maiden sailed back into Southampton, joined by a flotilla of boats, to cheering crowds. The all-female crew has spent seven months competing in the yacht's last round the world race.

  19. sailboat atlantic crossing record

    Transatlantic sailing record. Banque Populaire V, current record holder. Since the five-week voyage of Christopher Columbus in 1492, crossing the Atlantic Ocean, quickly and safely, between Europe and the Americas has always been an important issue. Today, the route has become a classic one among skippers.... Comanche, the 100ft maxi racing yacht built to break records for Jim Clark and Kristy ...

  20. pequot yacht club foundation

    Founded in 1920, Pequot Yacht Club is an organization grounded in the traditions of the sport of sailing. Located in beautiful Southport, Connecticut our club is home to generations of sailors with a passion for racing, cruising, and developing an interest in the sport within our community.

  21. cal yacht club rowing

    California Yacht Club was established in 1922 and boated its' first competitive rowing team back in the 1930's. In 1977, after a long hiatus, Stan Mullin, Ken Jacobs and Charles Hathaway reactivated rowing at the Club. CYC rowers now number about 60, and represent all abilities, ages and motivations.... Adult Rowing - California Yacht Club CYC is a great place for adults of all ages and skills ...

  22. fast catamaran boats for sale

    40' MTI. ( (SOLD)) Luxury 2009 40 MTI with the Tilt Trailer.$399K This boat is a one-owner powerboat used only in freshwater. Powered with two Mercury 700s stage 3 motors with original 150 HR this boat is nice. "Don't miss out" For viewing please make an appointment with us @ Rockstarboats.com (928)208-8460..... These powerboats use the following propulsion options: outboard engine.