Feb 8, 2009 · Last season I managed to tear my genny right across the leech line and about six or seven feet across the sail, as you can see below: I knew that my sailing club, the Baltimore …

Apr 6, 2021 · Kevlar sail repair tape? Jump to Latest 4.5K views 4 replies 5 participants last post by overbored Apr 7, 2021 pdxsj21 Discussion starter

Jan 12, 2016 · For sail repair, a zig-zag machine is often more appropriate. As for sail repair, depending on the size of the sail, typical zig-zag machines might not be appropriate for other than emergency …

Apr 19, 2010 · 49208 Tentmaker Full Member Dacron insignia tape and dacron sail repair tape refer to the same thing, at least in sailmaking. The link I posted above is the right stuff Where are the rips in …

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May 10, 2010 · While sailing this week-end (Catalina 30) I noticed one of the slides on the mainsail had broken. When I lowered the mainsail I found that all slides were made of plastic (7/8"). Can I replace …

Jun 23, 2020 · Full Member Sailrite sells Adhesive backed sailcloth that is designed for repairs. Cut the patch about in inch wider all around than the repair area and patch both sides. We just patched up …

Aug 25, 2024 · I trust that a "membrane" sail is a type of mylar laminate. If so, tapes are available to repair it. Here's a link to one. Laminate Sail Repair Tape, Repair Tape: Sailmaker's Supply …

Jun 1, 2009 · Ok, grommet repair kit from Ace Hardware was relatively easy to use and worked fine. New grommets look a little different than the originals, but same overall diameters and etc. These are …

Sep 11, 2016 · Do y'all have recommendations for the best type of sail repair tape? Thanks for all the thoughts and tips, I learned a lot in just 10 posts! I'll post pictures after the repair is done. Sailing a …