SAIL MEASUREMENTS NEEDED
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I usually go to Sail-Rite for sail measurements. They make sail kits and have other supplies and a fairly large database of sail measurements
I usually go to Sail-Rite for sail measurements. They make sail kits and have other supplies and a fairly large database of sail measurements
Sail dimensions
You can find the sail plan specs on most any sail brokers site. The ones posted below are from the Bacon site. I 42.00 J 13.75 P 37.00 E 13.50 I would caution you to physically measure the maximum dimensions your particular boat can handle before ordering any sails.
You can find the sail plan specs on most any sail brokers site. The ones posted below are from the Bacon site. I 42.00 J 13.75 P 37.00 E 13.50 I would caution you to physically measure the maximum dimensions your particular boat can handle before ordering any sails.
Take a chance if you want ...
You can buy used sails based on the published dimensions and maybe even some cheap new ones. A reputable sail maker will come to your boat and measure. If you buy without measuring, your fit may not be very good - and possibly the sails could be un-usable. I recommend finding a good sail maker who will measure your boat before making your sails. It's the better investment. You don't have to buy the high-tech racing sails to get this level of service. They will measure your boat even if you are buying their economy dacron cruising sails.
You can buy used sails based on the published dimensions and maybe even some cheap new ones. A reputable sail maker will come to your boat and measure. If you buy without measuring, your fit may not be very good - and possibly the sails could be un-usable. I recommend finding a good sail maker who will measure your boat before making your sails. It's the better investment. You don't have to buy the high-tech racing sails to get this level of service. They will measure your boat even if you are buying their economy dacron cruising sails.
Sail Measurements
There are several sail lofts in this area. I would think that most of them should have the measurments for you boat in their data base. But an on site measure is the preferred way to go. Scott is right about the high tech racing sails. You do not need the sails, or the expense on a coastal cruiser, day sailor or week ender. You might also keep an eye on ebay, sometimes there are some real bargains on there. If you try ebay, be cautious and ask lots of questions. I would not recommend buying from anyone without lots of good positive feedback.
There are several sail lofts in this area. I would think that most of them should have the measurments for you boat in their data base. But an on site measure is the preferred way to go. Scott is right about the high tech racing sails. You do not need the sails, or the expense on a coastal cruiser, day sailor or week ender. You might also keep an eye on ebay, sometimes there are some real bargains on there. If you try ebay, be cautious and ask lots of questions. I would not recommend buying from anyone without lots of good positive feedback.
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