Alisio Furling Genoa - Double Taffeta, Vectran/Polyester
The EPEX construction with optimum fiber distribution provides a non-stretch, stable sail shape. You have options to add a reef compensator that makes the sail efficient also when reefed, and UV protection in leech and foot for a longer lasting sail.
Material
Taffeta used as an outside layer on both sides adds strength and durability to the sail. It improves resistance against UV, tear, flex and chafe. Taffeta is available in light grey and white. The fiber combination Vectran / Polyester is a popular and competitive cruising choice.
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Other Headsails
If the above product example is not what you are looking for, check out all the other headsails in this layout in ALISIO, Simply Hygge segment.
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Jib - no battens
Sail Type
The all-round jib is the working headsail for upwind sailing in most wind conditions when there is no furling gear to handle the sail. It is sheeted in front of the shrouds which gives the possibility of being trimmed with a narrow sheeting angle.
Some options are e.g. trim stripes, different clew and tack attachments, race head and foil bag. A reef could also be fitted to this sail as that will reduce the area to a typical heavy weather jib area.
Layout
Available in crosscut, trioptimal and EPEX.
When to use
The all-round jib can be used in most wind conditions. -
Jib - short battens
Sail Type
The all-round jib is the working headsail for upwind sailing in most wind conditions when there is no furling gear to handle the sail. It is sheeted in front of the shrouds which gives the possibility of being trimmed with a narrow sheeting angle.
The sail may be with or without battens. If you choose battens, normally the top batten will be full and the lower ones short. A sail with battens will be wider in the upper parts and thus more efficient.
Some other options are e.g. trim stripes, different clew and tack attachments, race head and foil bag. A reef could also be fitted to this sail as that will reduce the area to a typical heavy weather jib area.
Layout
Available in crosscut, trioptimal and EPEX.
When to use
The all-round jib can be used in most wind conditions. -
Furling Jib - no battens
Sail Type
The furling jib is the working headsail for upwind sailing in most wind conditions. It is sheeted in front of the shrouds which gives the opportunity of being trimmed with a narrow sheeting angle.
The sail may be with or without battens. If you choose battens, they will be parallel with the forestay to make the furling work perfectly. A sail with battens will be slightly bigger than without battens. Some other options are trim stripes, different clew attachments, UV cover in foot and leech.
Layout
Available in crosscut, trioptimal and EPEX.
When to use
The all-round furling jib can be used in most wind conditions. -
Selftacking Jib
Sail Type
The self-tacking jib is the working headsail for upwind in most wind conditions when there is no furling gear to handle the sail, and you are going to sheet it on your self-tacking track.
The sail may be with or without battens. If you choose battens, normally the top batten will be full and the lower ones short. A sail with battens will be wider in the upper parts and thus more efficient. For many boats/rigs the self-tacking jib may be small in light conditions. A Code 0 sail could in other words be very good to combine with the self-tacker to be able to fully enjoy the sailing in all conditions.
In addition to battens, other options are e.g. clew board, trim stripes, different tack attachments and race head foil bag.
Layout
Available in crosscut, trioptimal and EPEX.
When to use
The self-tacking jib can be used in most wind conditions. -
Furling Sefltacking Jib
Sail Type
The self-tacking furling jib is the working headsail for upwind in most wind conditions when the usage is handled with furling gear. The sail is sheeted on your self-tacking track.
The sail may be with or without battens. If you choose battens, they will be parallel with the forestay to make the furling work perfectly. A sail with battens will be slightly bigger than without.
For many boats/rigs the self-tacking jib may be small in light conditions. A Code 0 sail could in other words be very good to combine with the self-tacker to be able to fully enjoy the sailing in all conditions.
In addition to battens other options are e.g. clew board, trim stripes and UV cover in foot and leech.
Layout
Available in crosscut, trioptimal and EPEX.
When to use
The self-tacking furling jib can be used in most wind conditions. -
Genoa
Sail Type
The genoa is a sail that overlaps the mast. Normally the LP (perpendicular measurement from clew to luff) is between 135- 150% of the boats J-measurement. This makes the sail efficient in light and medium winds.
Since the sail overlaps the rig, battens are not possible. The luff can be attached to the forestay with foil, metal hooks or soft hanks of different types.
Some of the options available are e.g. different tack and clew attachments, telltale windows, trim stripes and race zipperbag.
Layout
The sail is available in crosscut, trioptimal and EPEX.
When to use
The genoa is efficient in light and medium winds.
