Sailrite sail kit

[Jasmid53]

Has anyone made a sail using a Sailrite kit. My genoa is rotted and has no life left in it. I did get a quote for their kit at $495.00. I have a sewing machine that can handle a lot of the sewing demands but not all. So I'm thinking of buying one of Sailrite's machines and doing it myself. I got a quote for the genoa from Johnson Sails; which is what is on there now, at $975. I have called Doyle and Mack but they are out sailing or something. I think their price might be closer to $1500. If I have one made I could be waiting most of the summer for them.

So if anybody has made their own sails from Sailrite, how did they come out?

[AirborneJarhead]

I've made both headsails and mainsails from Sailrite kits and all have turned out exceptionally well. You will definitely need a heavy duty machine capable of a zig-zag stitch. I used the Sailrite LSZ-1 and it did fine. The kits come with detailed instructions and everything you need to complete the sail.

[crazycarl]

What boat are you needing a genoa for?

I have both a jib and genoa for a 19 that have seen very little use.

PM me if you're interested and i can send pics and measurements.

[MacGyver]

I can attest to the sailrite kits, except for the 19 I had a issue my main is too tall.

I do plan to cut it down and then use it, and luckily for me I can do it here on my own machine. Also I felt a lot of pride in the projects, and it made me think a lot as you will have a large stiff sheet to work with as you go along. Fun stuff indeed!

Mac

[Jasmid53]

I bought a Sailrite kit and I finished sewing it about mid August. On the  first sail, I just used the foresail and I was very impressed with how the boat sailed. Almost neutral helm. The one thing I don't like is how my pulpit rails pinch the sail. And today while cleaning my 16, I noticed that on the 16 the rails flair open whereas on the 19 they come straight up. I'll post some photos the next time I'm out on the 19.

I would recommend a Sailrite kit. The biggest problem I had was not having a large space to work on. I had set up a long table outside. However every time I started to sew, the wind gods blessed me with winds. Somehow they're blind to my needs when on the water. I learned a lot and if I ever sew one again it will be a lot easier for me. Talking to someone who has made one of Sailrite's kits would also have been of benefit.