Sailing Seminars by North Sails

Friday, October 11th & Sunday, October 11th

10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Port Annapolis Marina
7080 Bembe Beach Road
Port Annapolis Marina
Annapolis, MD 21403

SAILING SEMINARS SPONSORED BY NORTH SAILS

FRIDAY @ 10:00 AM

Understanding Offwind Sails for Modern Cruisers

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Overview:

This seminar will delve into the evolution of offwind sails and their importance in modern sail plans. As sailboat designs have shifted from the traditional large overlapping genoas of older sloops to configurations featuring larger mainsails and smaller non-overlapping jibs, it has become increasingly important for cruisers to explore the benefits of specialized offwind sails. These sails, such as Code Zeros and cruising spinnakers, are designed to maintain performance at deeper wind angles, ensuring that today’s yachts achieve optimal speed and handling across a range of conditions.

Topics Covered:

• Changes in Sail Plans and Performance Considerations: Analyzing how and why sail plans have changed, and what that means for sailing in varying wind conditions.
• Introduction to Offwind Sails: Understanding the different types of offwind sails, including Code Zeros and asymmetrical spinnakers, and how they can be used effectively to complement modern sail configurations.
• Selecting the Right Sails for Your Needs: A discussion on the key considerations when choosing offwind sails based on boat type, sailing region, and anticipated wind angles. Learn about the differences in materials, design, and the role of midgirth measurements.
• Deployment and Handling Techniques: Practical tips for deploying and managing these sails on the water, including considerations for furling systems, snuffers, and rigging.

SATURDAY @ 10:00 AM

The Art of Sails

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Overview:

North Sails expert Austin Powers shares valuable insights into sail inventory preparation, usage, and maintenance. This engaging session will cover key aspects of how sails function in different conditions, practical tips for optimizing sail performance, and essential maintenance techniques to extend the life of your sails. Whether you are a racer or cruiser, this webinar will help you elevate your sailing experience.

Topics Covered:

• The science behind how sails work upwind and downwind.
• Choosing and handling the right sails for different conditions.
• Sail maintenance and damage prevention tips.

GETTING HERE FROM THE ANNAPOLIS SAILBOAT SHOW

BY CAR

Port Annapolis Marina
7074 Bembe Beach Road
Annapolis, MD 21403

BY WATER TAXI

Watermark operates an Annapolis Water Taxi service throughout the Annapolis Harbor, including Spa Creek and Back Creek. The service operates continually; advanced reservations are not required for public use. The Watermark water taxi can take you right from the Annapolis Sailboat Show to Port Annapolis Marina on Back Creek.

$4.00 to $9.00 per person, depending on destination. Minimums apply in Back Creek and upper Spa Creek. Rates are for one-way transit.

Boat Show Hours

• Thursday 10/3-Sunday 10/6: 7:00am-11:00pm
• Thursday 10/10-Sunday 10/14: 7:00am-11:00pm
• Monday 10/14: 7:00am-10:00pm