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Headsails-Cruising Chute

Compared with other types of rig, the modern Bermudan sail plan is highly efficient to Windward. Downwind, though, it's a different story - and that's where Spinnakers and Cruising Chutes come in. Not so long ago, lightweight Downwind sails were regarded by many cruising sailors as the exclusive preserve of the racing fraternity, who employed vast crews to tussle with acres of unruly Spinnaker nylon.

But the reality is now very different. In the same way that Upwind sailing has been made less strenuous by the increasing popularity of Self-Tacking Jibs, Fully-Battened Mainsails and cockpit controlled reefing systems, developments with Spinnakers and Cruising Chutes have resulted in more stable, easily managed sails which can be comfortably handled by smaller crews.

• Radial Head Spinnaker - Broad shouldered - ideal for running, and broad reaching in light conditions. Made with radial panels in the head and horizontal seams in the lower section.
• Tri-Radial Spinnaker - Panels radiating from each of the three corners provide a more stable shape which, especially when combined with a narrower head, is better for reaching.
• Full Tri-Radial Spinnaker - Without the horizontal centre seams, this design ensures optimum shape stability by lining the panels up with the stress patterns throughout the sail. The best all round/reaching spinnaker for larger boats.
• Cruising Chute (Cross cut) - The most economical design of cruising chute (small boats). Ideal for enhancing your offwind performance in light to moderate winds at minimal cost.
• Cruising Chute (Radial head) - Incorporates radial head panels for greater shape stability in stronger winds. The number one cruising chute choice for most situations.
• Asymmetric Spinnaker - With its clew higher than the tack, it looks like a cruising chute but flies from a pole for the ultimate in reaching performance. Tri-radial construction ensures panels are lined up with load patterns.