Small Sail Designing Tips

Discussion in 'Sailboats' started by Lakefield Dan, Apr 26, 2005.

  1. Lakefield Dan
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    Lakefield Dan New Member

    I'm restoring an 11' Lakefield sailing/rowing dinghy and would like to make a new sail but need tips, advice on what to watch for, design tips, etc. I have th old sail in nylon but want to use a white fabric instead. Any ideas, sources of info., books, etc.? Thanks, Dan
     
    Lakefield Dan, Apr 26, 2005
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  2. Doug Lord

    Doug Lord Guest

    sail making and desgn tips

    Unless you really, really want to get into sailmaking I'd suggest starting a relationship with a local sailmaker.
    On the otherhand you can try: www.sailright.com a company that offers kit sails, materials machines ect.
    You can also try Sandy Goodall who serves as a consultant to many sailmakers including mine,see:
    www.sandygoodall.com
     
    Doug Lord, Apr 26, 2005
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