V-Series Symmetric Downwind Sails© North Sails 2008

V-Series Symmetric Downwind

North V-Series™ spinnakers have won more races than any spinnaker design in history, not only because they are fast, but they are easy to fly. V-Series spinnaker panels are computer molded, both horizontally and vertically, creating a profile that is exceptionally smooth.

The result is a shape that creates a smoother and more stable wind flow over a broader wind range, which is especially important for today's generation of lighter, faster-accelerating boats. It is also beneficial to boats racing under IMS and many offshore one design class rules which limit spinnaker inventories. 

© North Sails S1/S1.5 VMG Light Air Runner (Reduced Area) Typical Midgirth 90-100% of Foot AWA 70-100, TWS 5-12 Also Code 1.5 “Tweener” Design between Code 1 and Code 2 available

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© North Sails S2 Medium Air Runner (Full Size) Usually for use in 10-20TWS Typical Midgirth 100-110% of Foot AWA 110-150, TWS 8-20

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© North Sails S3 Medium Reacher/ All Purpose (Masthead) For use in 10-20TWS Typical Midgirth 85-100% of Foot AWA 80-115 TWS 5-20

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© North Sails S4 Heavy Runner (Full Size) Usually for use in over 20 knots TWS Typical Midgirth 100-115% of Foot AWA 120-165, TWS 16-25

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© North Sails S5 Fractional Reacher Usually for use above 20 TWS Typical Midgirth 85-100% of Foot AWA 85-150, TWS 20-30

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© North Sails S6 Fractional Runner Usually for use above 25TWS Typical Midgirth 100-115% of Foot 130-170, TWS 25+

Standard Available Options

• Stainless steel rings with strap reinforcement
• TrueRadial construction with 1-3 belly panels (depending on 'I' dimension)
• Premium strip patches
• Sail numbers and/or insignia
• Low stretch Dacron leech tapes
• Footcord, leechcords available for I of 50' or greater
• North Box Turtle Bag

Extra Options

• IMS Measurement
• Retriever patch
• Custom artwork and graphics
• Snuffer

NorLon Closeup© North Sails NorLon™ The manufacturing process for North NorLon™ spinnaker fabrics produce an extremely flat weave to reduce air flow through the fabric. Additional finishing is applied to further seal and stabilize the cloth. North's NorLon (Nylon) fabrics deliver excellent tear strength, specific porosity and superior color acceptance for boats ranging from club racers to SuperYachts.

NorLite Closeup© North Sails NorLite™ North NorLite™ spinnaker cloth is designed to meet the demands of todays high performance boats and the increasing use of asymmetric spinnakers. A unique balance of fiber and resin produces a stable, strong, easy-to-trim spinnaker that delivers optimum performance over a broad range of wind angle and wind speed.

NOTE: Different rating rules treat Asymmetric and Symmetric spinnakers differently, and there are times when a boat may be better served by an All-Purpose Symmetric Reacher/Runner. Your North representative can help you make the best choice for your boat and crew.