Saildrive / Evaluate - SailNet Community
Dec 10, 2023 · The sail drive is the transmission and the prop is geared and connected to the saildrive leg. Advantages are no stuffing box so no drips into the boat. Less drag, no prop walk, more efficient …
Fractional Rig vs. Mast Head Rig | SailNet Community
Jan 6, 2008 · A fractional rig tends to put proportionally more sail area into the mainsail. Headsails tend to be smaller than on mast-head rigs, so they generally are easier to manage for tacking/jibing.
Standard Horizon Depth Sounder replacement - SailNet Community
Jun 14, 2006 · 11 years ago, I installed a Standard Horizon DS41 Depth Sounder and transducer on my old wooden boat. It's a through the hull transducer and a small 2.5" gauge in the cockpit. Since we're …
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, maintenance, and more!
I want to paint my main sail - SailNet Community
Dec 28, 2009 · How the hell do I do it? What kind of paint? I was just thinking of laying it out, taping it off, and using an airless hvlp gun to spray (lightly) the one color logo I want on my sail. Any specific …
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 aerodynamic shape, …
Folding Masts | SailNet Community
Oct 30, 2025 · I grew up in The Netherlands where many sailboats have folding masts that pivot at the boom, called a "tabernacle", which allows them to pass under bridges that don't open. Has anyone …
Rude word for a sail - SailNet Community
Dec 19, 2014 · So a friend sent me a link to this page 50 Words That Sound Rude But Actually Aren't and at number eighteen we find: 18. FUKSHEET Fuk was an old Middle English word for a sail, and …
Lancer 36 Sloop - SailNet Community
May 23, 2002 · I often sail with more canvas up than newer cruising yachts, with a similar amount of heel and a lot more speed. I've spent time in high winds on a friend's 44' C&C; a 6x Vic-Maui …
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 some increase in …