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The Sailmaker's Loft

Technical column by sailmaker Peter Barrett discussing mainsail design principles, including leech shape, boom vang adjustments, and optimal foot tensions for different wind conditions.

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  • sailmaking
  • technical
  • mainsail
  • North Sails