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NPC DOWNWIND

MAXIMUM DOWNWIND PERFORMANCE

North Sails offers a wide variety of downwind symmetric and asymmetric sail types made using the NPC DOWNWIND sailcloth range. Each of our sail types is designed for a specific range of wind speeds and angles. Every North spinnaker is custom designed to suit each customer’s needs and maximize VMG/VMC in the broadest range of wind and sea conditions. NPC DOWNWIND sails provide higher boatspeeds, deeper angles, and faster acceleration with consistent and predictable trimming characteristics.

NPC DOWNWIND

WHY CHOOSE NPC DOWNWIND?

Suited for both racing and cruising and available in a range of colors

Wide range of cloth styles and weights available

Sail handing options for Snuffers and Furlers

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MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

NorLon woven resin-impregnated RipStop Nylon for strength and durability (cruising)

Urethane coated RipStop Nylon or Polyester for zero porosity and light weight (racing)

Radial paneled construction for smoothness and shapeholding.

Available in a range of colors.

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NORTH PANEL CLOTH

North Sails has a long tradition of making dacron sails since the fiber was first introduced as a sailcloth in the 1950's. Today we control every aspect of the cloth manufacturing processes - using our experience to ensure the highest quality products for both cruising and racing.

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INNOVATIONS IN SAILMAKING TECHNOLOGY

North Sails has a long tradition of making dacron sails since the fiber was first introduced as a sailcloth in the 1950's. Today we control every aspect of the cloth manufacturing processes - using our experience to ensure the highest quality products for both cruising and racing.

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