Sail repair and jury-rigging at sea
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The proper tools and essential materials for repairing sails offshore are listed and described. Hand-stitching with palm and needle can be used to repair chafe, split seams and L-shaped tear. Techniques for making sails for a jury rig are described.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1992
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Sail survival in an ultraviolet world
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Sails should be covered as much as possible to protect them from ultraviolet degradation. They should be removed in winter or when the boat would not be used for a month. Sails should be washed periodically to wash off accumulated salt.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1998
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Stitching and patching your sails
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An excerpt from the book 'The Sailmaker's Apprentice, A Guide for the Self Reliant Sailor' is provided. The excerpt discusses the various stitches and patches used in repairing sails as well as instructions on seaming and heat sealing.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1995
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