Name: MAINSAIL 45 m2
Brand: KEMP SAILS
SKU: RESAIL-73734
Price: 1400 EUR
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What are the dimensions of this mainsail?

Accepted Answer

This mainsail has the following dimensions:

Sail Area: 45 m2
Luff: 14.30 m
Foot: 5.38 m
Leech: 14.70 m

Question 2

What are the main features of this mainsail?

Accepted Answer

This mainsail is a CROSS CUT design with a 30 mm CUT BACK. It features 4 full battens with Selden batten receptacles and includes 3 reefs for sail area reduction.

Question 3

What is the condition of this mainsail?

Accepted Answer

This mainsail is listed as &#8216;Used&#8217;. As a marketplace for pre-owned sails, Resail offers sails that have been inspected to ensure they are suitable for a second life, providing performance and reliability for cruisers and club racers.

Question 4

Who manufactured this mainsail?

Accepted Answer

This mainsail was manufactured by Kemp Sails. Kemp Sails is a British sailmaker established in 1985, known for designing and building sails in the UK.

Question 5

What does 'CROSS CUT' mean in sail construction?

Accepted Answer

Cross-cut is a traditional sail construction method where panels are sewn horizontally, parallel to the boom and perpendicular to the leech. This design is known for its durability, cost-effectiveness, and suitability for cruising and recreational sails, especially when made from Dacron or polyester.

Question 6

What are Selden batten receptacles?

Accepted Answer

Selden batten receptacles are fittings designed to connect full-length mainsail battens to compatible mast cars. They provide an articulated connection that allows the batten to handle loads from different directions without restricting mainsail movement. Selden offers these receptacles in various models to fit round, flat, or rectangular battens, and they often feature adjustable tension.

Question 7

What are the benefits of having 3 reefs?

Accepted Answer

Having three reefs in a mainsail provides greater flexibility for reducing sail area in varying wind conditions, particularly useful for offshore sailing or when encountering stronger winds. While two reefs are common for most cruising, a third reef allows for a significantly smaller sail area, enhancing safety and comfort in heavy weather.

MAINSAIL 45 m2

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