Cross-Cut

The Original Cross Cut has been a long time industry standard. Considered conservative by today's designs, it is still very popular among cruisers. Generally made of Dacron, the Cross Cut shapes very well during construction and with proper cloth selection will stand up well against more elaborate layouts. Best of all, because of its uncomplicated design, it is the least expensive. Hank on to the forestay or add leech and foot covers for the roller system.

Tri-Radial

Called Tri-Radial because of panels radiating from all three corners of the sail. It is designed to minimize stretch and reduce overall weight. Generally made from Dacron and/or Mylar Composite materials, this basic layout is today's leading standard. Add foot and leech covers for the roller system.

Max-Plus Tri-Radial

Max-Plus is just another name used for what sailmakers call a Tri-Radial. Panels radiate from all three corners and continue through the sail arranged to follow the load map of the sail. Designed to align the threat line in the maximum load direction, the Max-Plus can be built from several types of composites including Kevlar-Mylar, Technora Black, Spectra, etc. Weights may be mixed to produce a "step-up" construction to further reduce overall weight. With this design, Stretch is kept to near zero and weight to an absolute minimum. Can be "pricey," but very fast.