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Life is Like Sailing - Building a Sailrite Asymmetrical Spinnaker Kit
16 January 2017 · 26 min · 9K views · Prince Rupert
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Assembling a custom asymmetrical spinnaker from a Sailrite kit requires precise panel alignment, double-sided basting tape, and an industrial sewing machine.3:42 Two owners of a 1985 C&C 30 sailboat utilised a Sailrite Ultrafeed zigzag sewing machine to construct their sail, which they purchased as a kit for approximately $2,400 CAD.24:03 The assembly process involves sorting numbered panels, applying double-sided tape to seams, and sewing each joint twice.5:50 Maintaining consistent tension across the panels is critical, as the material contains subtle curves that can distort the sail shape if stretched more than half an inch over the panel length.11:05 The team found that having multiple people assist with feeding the fabric through the machine significantly increased efficiency and accuracy compared to working alone.20:49 Routine maintenance, including oiling the machine, proved necessary during the intensive sewing sessions.21:47 The project concludes with the addition of corner reinforcements and rings before the sail is ready for use.22:24
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