Name: Farr 280 Mainsail
Brand: North Sails
SKU: Farr 280 Main
Price: 795 EUR
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What type of mainsail is this?

Accepted Answer

This is a new laminate square top mainsail, designed with a loose foot. It is engineered for performance sailing.

Question 2

Which boat is this mainsail suitable for?

Accepted Answer

This mainsail is specifically designed for the Farr 280 sailboat, a one-design racing sportboat.

Question 3

What are the key dimensions of this mainsail?

Accepted Answer

The mainsail has a Luff of 11.6 meters, a Foot of 4.1 meters, and a Leech of 12 meters, resulting in a sail area of 24.19 square meters. These dimensions align closely with standard Farr 280 mainsail specifications.

Question 4

What material is used for this mainsail?

Accepted Answer

This mainsail is constructed from a laminate material. Laminate sails, such as those produced by North Sails, are known for their shape retention, strength, low stretch, and lighter weight, which are beneficial for performance sailing.

Question 5

Are battens included with this mainsail?

Accepted Answer

No, partial battens are not included with this mainsail and will need to be acquired separately.

Question 6

What are the benefits of a square top design?

Accepted Answer

A square top mainsail, also known as a fathead, carries a wider head, which increases sail area higher up the rig where the wind is stronger and cleaner. This design can provide more power and also allows the sail to twist open in gusts, helping the boat to depower automatically. This characteristic suits fractional rigs and fast boats like the Farr 280.

Question 7

What are the advantages of a loose foot mainsail?

Accepted Answer

A loose foot mainsail is attached to the boom only at the tack and clew, allowing the sail&#8217;s airfoil shape to extend fully to the foot. This design can improve the sail&#8217;s aerodynamic shape and enhance performance, as well as making rigging and de-rigging easier.

Farr 280 Mainsail

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