Low Aspect Sails: The Workhorse of the Cruising World
What is a Low Aspect Sail? While high aspect sails dominate the racing scene, the low aspect ratio sail remains the unsung hero of the cruising world. A low aspect sail is shorter and wider than its high aspect counterpart, with a more even distribution of area. Think of a classic cruising yacht with a […]
High Aspect Sails: Why the Right Dacron Cloth Matters
What Does High Aspect Mean in Sailing? In the world of sailing, aspect ratio is a term you’ll hear frequently, but what does it actually mean? In simple terms, it describes the shape of a sail. A high aspect ratio sail is tall and narrow, while a low aspect ratio sail is shorter and wider. […]