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Novembre 19, 2022
North Sails al fianco dei concorrenti della 37ma America’s Cup
North Sails, che dal 1987 ha fornito tutti i vincitori dell'America’s Cup, è orgogliosa di essere la veleria di riferimento per tutti i partecipanti alla 37a America's Cup. I cinque team iscritti sono NYYC American …
Gennaio 3, 2022
Cosa Sapere Sulle Stecche
Pensate alle stecche? Prepararsi alla nuova stagione è nella mente di tutti. Sia che stiate preparando la vostra barca per il varo o che stiate pianificando una lunga crociera, è importante assicurarsi che le stecche …
Ottobre 20, 2021
“Come si fa” con Bouwe Bekking
Abbiamo collaborato con i nostri amici di X-Yachts e siamo entusiasti di presentare una nuovissima serie di video "How To" rivolta a ogni tipo di velista. Tutti e sette i video sono ora online e …
Settembre 20, 2020
Tuning Tips from the Top
Pros at the top of the fleet share how the North 9DSX Moth sail takes them through the range of conditions and their personal tuning tips. Shop Moth Sails
Settembre 2, 2020
Sesto-Cosby Makes Waves in the Optimist Fleet
Making a name for himself in the fiercely competitive Optimist fleet is 14-year-old British sailor Santiago Sesto-Cosby. Having sailed the Optimist for an astounding 10 years, we were eager to find out about his journey …
Agosto 28, 2020
Doublehanded Tips From Armel Le Cléac’h & Clarisse Crémer
North Sails were lucky to have the two doublehanded experts Armel Le Cléac’h & Clarisse Crémer host a webinar for an in-depth masterclass. Best known as a singlehanded sailor with notable race wins in the Solitaire …
Luglio 10, 2020
Doublehanded Tool Kit
Doublehanded sailing has gained momentum globally, as the gateway to getting back out on the water while remaining socially distant. It is also the latest event added to Paris 2024, so now is the time …
Luglio 9, 2020
It Takes Two…
Owner and co-skipper, Catherine Pourre and co-skipper Pietro Luciani are the winning duo onboard Class40 Eärendil. Together, the pair are the reigning Class40 World Champions, have twice won the RORC Caribbean 600, The Atlantic Cup, …
Luglio 9, 2020
Cruising Tool Kit North Sails
I nostri esperti hanno creato diversi articoli per aiutarvi ad acquisire fiducia per la vostra prossima uscita. Gli argomenti trattati includono le stecche, le condizioni meteo, la sicurezza, la durata delle vele da crociera e …
Giugno 12, 2020
3Di Ocean, le risposte alle tue domande
R: 3Di OCEAN è la nuovissima linea di vele 3Di della North Sails, progettata e costruita per la crociera. D: 3Di OCEAN è la scelta giusta per la mia barca e il mio modo di fare …
Giugno 10, 2020
Shorthand Sailors Take Over the Solent
Single and doublehanded sailors took to the water for the first time in months last weekend for the Solent Shakedown Race organized by the Solo Offshore Racing Club. 36 participants took to the Solent, welcomed by …
Giugno 9, 2020
3Di OCEAN é Fatto per la tua Avventura
Dopo un approfondito programma di ricerca e sviluppo, North Sails è entusiasta di presentare 3Di OCEAN 370, il nostro innovativo prodotto che completa una linea di vele costruite con la tecnologia 3D dedicate alla crociera. Questo …
Aprile 13, 2020
Let’s Talk J/70 | Downwind Techniques
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rGcnwm5X7Hs In this J/70 webinar, North Sails experts Tim Healy, Ruairidh Scott and Allan Terhune talk winning downwind techniques. Topics covered include: 3:21 Displacement VMG Mode (2-7 knots) 15:31 Displacement Soak Mode (8-12 knots) 25:14 Displacement Wing-on-Wing …
Aprile 10, 2020
North 3Di: Innovative Sailmaking Technology
https://youtu.be/OCFEYvqXDus Lightweight, reliable, unique. North 3Di sails are engineered to minimum weight and maximum performance. By eliminating the use of mylar, 3Di will not delaminate. Each 3Di sail is precisely shaped on full-sized molds and built …
Aprile 9, 2020
North Certified Service Spinnaker Sail Care
Spring launch dates may be delayed but when it does arrive, you don’t want to miss a single second of the 2020 sailing season. We’re especially looking forward to seeing our harbors full of boats …
Join Moth World Champion Tom Slingsby and North Sails class leader Rob Greenhalgh live on Wednesday, April 8th for the third session of Let’s Talk Moth. These two world-renowned sailors will take us through the …
Marzo 31, 2020
Ken Read Sulla Sicurezza in Mare Aperto
i velisti oceanici e i croceristi costieri dovrebbero fare tutti della sicurezza in mare una priorità. Le esperienze di regata attorno al mondo, incluse le condizioni più dure dell'Oceano del Sud, possono essere seguite da …
Marzo 31, 2020
Perché la Verifica delle Previsioni e Importante
Libby Greenhalgh ha navigato due volte attorno al mondo con la Volvo Ocean Race; è direttrice di Magenta Project e ha un curriculum di regate offshore che la colloca tra i migliori velisti al mondo. …
Marzo 30, 2020
Let’s Talk J/70 | Lessons Learned in Miami
Keeping the J/70 conversation going with class champions Tim Healy, Ruairidh Scott, and Allan Terhune. This interactive session includes lessons learned at the 2020 Bacardi Invitational and J/70 Midwinters. https://youtu.be/VBSM_YT_SGo
Marzo 27, 2020
Sail Care & Maintenance Tips
There are many ways you can help prolong the life of your sails. Here are some pointers to keep you aligned with our sail care maintenance practices, which can be part of your regular routine …
Cosa succede se si avvolge la vela nel verso sbagliato? - con la copertura solare all'interno invece che all'esterno dell'avvolgimento? Purtroppo, vediamo gli effetti nei nostri loft dedicati alla manutenzione in tutto il mondo. Il …
Marzo 19, 2020
Speed Reading: How To Maintain Focus Offshore
Day after day, mile after mile, distance racing reminds us of that never-ending feeling of being stuck in one place for extended periods of time. Hear more from Casey Smith (CS) how to cope with …
Marzo 19, 2020
TNT Defends Cape 31 Title
The fourth edition of the Cape 31 Invitational Regatta took place in the stunning venue of Table Bay in Cape Town, South Africa. Gareth Blanckenberg, tactician onboard the defending champion TNT, first sailed on with …
Marzo 13, 2020
Vele da Crociera e Durata
I velisti che amano la crociera chiedono alle loro vele di durare a lungo, ma la durata non è un elemento facilmente quantificabile tra le prestazioni veliche. Prevederla con buona approsimazione è una sfida difficile, …
Marzo 10, 2020
When To Replace Your Spinnaker
North Sails expert Tom Davis takes a close look at spinnaker sailcloth to explain how to use all your senses to answer this question for yourself. Remember when your spinnaker was new—how crisp and clean the …
Febbraio 21, 2020
The Difference between Racing Sails and Cruising Sails
People with sailboats use them in many ways, but broadly speaking we define them as either cruising or racing. Cruising might be an hour-long daysail, with only one sail hoisted, or it might last a …
Settembre 13, 2019
Speed Reading: J/70 Worlds
The 2019 J/70 Worlds had a great showing, with 77 boats and 36 Corinthian teams. We interviewed Marshall King on Soak Racing about winning the 2019 Corinthian World title, his team (Ian Wilson, Adam Brushett, …
Maggio 17, 2019
Rob Greenhalgh: Grand Prix Versatility
From Moths to Maxis to Multihulls, this pro sailor can make any sailboat go a little faster. While Rob Greenhalgh didn’t officially join North Sails until 2018, he says the company was the first sailmaker he …
Maggio 30, 2018
Success All Round for May Bank Holiday Weekend
The three day weekend is always a busy one for sailing in and around the Solent and this year’s May Bank holiday was no different. On the South coast alone there were four major events, …
Gennaio 15, 2018
Interview with B14 World Champion Nick Craig
After eight races, Nick Craig and Toby Lewis won the B14 World Championship with all bullets on the scoreboard. The event gave the 30 boat fleet a mixture of conditions, however in general on the …
Gennaio 9, 2018
Clean Sweep at 420 Worlds
The 420 Worlds in Fremantle, Australia, kicked off the 2018 season for the 420 class. The big breeze event with big swell made for exciting sailing conditions for the fleets. The Spanish teams came out …
Dicembre 1, 2017
How to Care for Your Sails this Winter
As we come to the end of the sailing season and head into winter, the North Sails global service team is gearing up for a busy period - from helping clients prepare for the Caribbean …
Settembre 26, 2017
Luke Gower Wins OK Dinghy UK National Championship
The OK UK National Championship hosted at Herne Bay in Kent gave the competitors a mixture of conditions, from blustery 25+ knots on the first day, letting the heavy weight teams in the class have …
Settembre 13, 2017
North Sails 3Di Powers ISORA Overall Winners to New Victories
We caught up with J/109 clients Vicky and Peter who recently bought 3Di from North Sails UK. Here is what they had to say about their experience with their new sails with the help of …
Agosto 9, 2017
North Sails Clients Power 16 Division Wins at Cowes Week
North Sails clients are successful in both IRC and One Design racing at Cowes Week this year. Cowes Week has been running since 1826 and is the UK’s longest running regatta, proving to be one …
Luglio 20, 2017
Edinburgh Cup 2017
The Dragon Edinburgh Cup this year was sponsored by Oliver Morgan Architects and Stoneham Construction Ltd. and came to a stylish conclusion in Cowes with a thrilling race which determined the winner. A spectacular prize …
Luglio 18, 2017
J/80 Worlds
The J/80 Worlds was a successful event for all, hosted by the Royal Southern Yacht Club in Hamble, UK, where sailors tested their strengths on the infamous Solent. 48 teams met at the Yacht Club …
Luglio 7, 2017
Around the Isle of Wight Race
The Round the Island Race in Cowes, UK is a fun and exciting distance race where sailors from all over the world test their racing skills around the Isle of Wight. This year, 1,342 boats …
Giugno 7, 2017
Dubarry Women’s Keelboat Championships
The 9th Dubarry Women’s Open Keelboat Championship was hosted by Hamble River Sailing Club (HRSC) over the weekend of 3rd and 4th June 2017 and sailed in the central Solent. A record number of 20 boats …
Aprile 22, 2017
RORC Easter Challenge 2017
The Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) Easter Challenge is an annual event on the Solent off of Cowes, UK. North Sails is proud to sponsor the regatta and was thrilled to offer the Regatta Services …