F-18

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The North F18 sails have been developed from the successful work carried out in the Tornado class over the past years. Knowledge gained from flow membrane projects has resulted in the computer moulded designs available today. Careful attention has been paid to mast bend and finishing of the various individual classes. This gives sails specifically tailored to your class of F18. The individually manufactured sails have then been carefully tested by experts in lofts around the World. Main, jib and spinnaker are designed using the “North Sails’ proprietary Spiral Design software, used on everything from the winning Optimist and Olympic classes to VX40s and America’s Cup sails.

NORTH F-18 MAINSAIL The North mainsail is a powerful sail which is very responsive to downhaul, meaning that the sail is fast and easy to use across the range of conditions. In marginal winds there is power for early hull popping, as the wind increases and downhaul is applied and the sail will twist off to gradually depower the rig. Mainsails include: Contenders Apen 12 smoke film (available in clear film) Full Radial Construction Vision Windows Tell Tails Class Insignia Sail Bag Sail Numbers Battens NOT included Contact F18 Experts About this Design

NORTH F18 JIB The new North jibs are designed to compliment the North mainsails. Entry angle of the jib will remain unchanged, but slightly more depth has been put into the base. Attention to the sheeting angle will ensure that you get the most from this jib across the wind range. Jibs include: Contenders Apen 06 smoke/ clear film Battens Tell Tails Sail Bag   Contact F18 Experts About this Design

THE F-18 SPINNAKER The North F18 Spinnaker is an all purpose sail, that has proven to be very fast downwind, giving good speed and depth. Careful attention to panel layout has resulted in a stable sail that is easy to trim. If you need any tips on luff tension and set up contact our class experts. Spinnakers include: Contenders 0.75 silicone coated nylon Stock sails blue (wide range of colours available) Sail Bag   Contact F18 Experts About this Design