Sail tape and dacron tape make kite repairs easy to get you back out on the water quickly. Using dacron sail repair tape or insignia adhesive material for. Details about sail patches,dacron self adhesive,sails,kite repairs, 8 colour options. Patches should be sewn later for a more permanent repair. Insignia adhesive backed uv dacron 10 wide sailrite. Sailcloth dacron nylon insignia tanbark sailmakers supply. Starting sail repair kits are available from many boating supply retailers and sailmakers but will likely need to be supplemented. Sail patches,dacron self adhesive,sails,kite repairs, 8. Stickyback dacron is simply dacron tape with an adhesive backing and is to the sailmaker what duct tape is to a boatbuilder. Oct 19, 2018 testers were impressed with the sail rite laminate sail repair tape combined with bainbridge dacron sail repair tape, for repairs in lowstress areas. How to patch a sail using materials such as a plastic. Whether you are racing or cruising, keep all your sails functional and performing well for safe and timely passages. Window patches is the more common approach with dacron cloth. A dacron graft can be used as a stent to repair an artery, blood vessel, or other hollow structure in your body such as the tube that carries.
If your sail tears from luff to leech, your repair should duplicate the same broadseaming or curve that was originally built into the sail. Dacron repair patchwhite p072437010 psp tape nautosusa. These tapes are a must have in every kiters repair kit. Im in first place in the texas centerboard circuit with one regatta to go. In fact, its especially effective on fabric with film outer layers. Amazons choice for sail patch emma kites kite sail repair tape patch waterproof translucent backup tool for outdoor kite flight large 30ftx1. Our clients input are a key component to the designing of your next new sail. Perfect for diy sail numbers and more, this adhesivebacked, residuefree polyester is inherently uv resistant and easy to use. Jul 17, 2018 for sail repair at sea, stickyback dacron is your best friend. Sail repair, new bern, morehead, beaufort, oriental, bridgeton. The torn cloth is reassembled using masking or insignia tape, and then the damaged area is pinned out flat and sectioned off with doublesided adhesive tape. A spreader patch is used in sailboat sails, especially genoas. Since 1968, west marine has grown to over 250 local stores, with knowledgeable associates happy to assist. Sunbrella ultraviolet covers wear very well but the lighterweight dacron covers wear out after a number of seasons and the cover will need to be replaced.
Still using the sail, won 1st place in the texas centerboard circuit using this sail in every regatta. Basic sail repair kit 1 seam ripper should you need to unpick any of your sewing 1 pair of heavy duty scissors these should be kept in an oiled cloth and plastic bag to prevent rust sewing awl a sewing awl is a hand sewing tool that allows you to punch through thick fabric and manually produce lock stitches just like a sewing machine. Self service pack includes 2 patches with a size of 24x37 cm. Now also in a range of colours for repairs to covers. Repair tape dacron white is an adhesivebacked sail repair tape for emergency repairs. Galactics sail repair kit includes dacron and ripstop stickyback patches, tape, webbing, needles, waxed twine, sharp scissors and 3m 5200. Not only from our dedicated staff, but from our clients as well. So long as you have extra patch material on board, you can fix most tears using dr. Patches should be sewn on later to better secure and more permanently fix your tear. This repair is finished off with a large sheet of stickybacked dacron, stuck on both sides and around the luff of the sail to keep everything together and spread the load. Eric explains what goes into common patching repairs and how he makes. Make sure you clean the sail on a flat, clean surface.
The repair is completed by suturing a dacron patch over the aortotomy. Ideal for repairs to covers, dodgers and spray hoods, etc. Many of sailrites sail kits use patterned, precut dacron for excellent performance. At h2o sails you are not consider just a client, but a key part of our design team. To use this tape, peel off the paper backing and stick it in place. To repair a tear in the main, patching material is sized. This is dacron with sticky backing that can be used to repair any dacron sail. Nov 19, 2015 sailrite stocks dacron, laminate and ripstop repair tapes that you can affix to both sides of your rip as a fast patch. A dacron graft is made out of a manmade synthetic polyester material. There are two basic approaches for a puncture or tear in a sail. It is combined with an aggressive adhesive formulated for high.
Thank you for choosing h2o sails as your new sail provider. Still racing and sailing with this sail, patches still holding. It is designed for optimum repair of the heavily used surfaces of the dacron sail. Summer 2005, i sold the boat, with this sail still. Buy the psp dacron sail repair patch 2 pack for just 14. Racing sails offer the greatest weight savings, but also last the shortest amount of time. Wash the damaged area with fresh water and let dry completely.
This new high tack, residue free, adhesive backed dacron. To put the patches on a genoa, make sure that the sail is dry and salt free. For your patch fabric, use the same fabric or a slightly lighter weight that your sail is made out of. New sails h2o sailing enterprises southern california. You can also use stickyback dacron for repairing laminated and molded sails. Window patches is the more common approach with dacron cloth and nylon spinnaker cloth than with laminate cloth and are usually done when there is significant damage.
Psp dacron repair tape two strong sail cloth patches to apply to either side of a sail for the larger repair. Dacron is the most versatile and seems to have the best adhesion. Two strong sail cloth patches to apply to either side of a sail for the larger repair. Clean the area thoroughly with fresh water and allow it to dry, then using a flat surface, stick the tape over the area in need of repair leaving plenty of material on the sides of the tear or hole. Self adhesive dacron patches are fast and easy to apply. Insignia adhesivebacked uv dacron is an excellent emergency sail repair system. Make custom insignia for your sails with adhesivebacked insignia material. Featuring dacron sail repair patch available to buy now. Try to match the original seam edges together and tape temporarily to hold the shape while you apply sail repair tape or sew the seam. In this child, 7 years after initial dacron patch angioplasty, an aneurysm was suspected after examining a plain chest film. Sail repair patches,dacron self adhesive,sails,kite,9 colour option. Lindemann sailmaker gloves professional roping left. Ptfe is a fluoride resin composed of only carbon and fluoride.
Find great deals on ebay for sail dacron and dacron sailcloth. Dacron sail repair patch two strong sail cloth patches to apply to either side of a sail for the larger repair. Watch out for gravel or other debris that will act. Sail patches,dacron self adhesive,sails,kite repairs, 8 colour options.
Both racing and cruising sails see luff tape wear at highload areas such as the head, batten pocket locations, and reefs. The most commonly used prosthetic patching materials are expanded polytetrafluoroethylene ptfe and dacron. In this video, jeff frank, our sail designer, inspects the sails for the islander 37, sharing as he goes what issues to look for and how to. Tearaid repair patches provide a simple and easy method of patching holes and tears, as well as an excellent protective film solution. This adhesivebacked tape is for use on dacron sailcloth and can be used for uv suncovers on headsails, spreader patches, general sail repair, and boltrope sleeve repair. On larger racing yachts, a strong reinforcing tape is needed to withstand the heavy chafe they see on their mainsail luff tape. They very well could save you or your kiting buddys session. Sail repair basics shears palm assorted hand sewing needles prewaxed hand sewing thread ripstop tape for spinnakergennaker repairs 4ounce dacron psa tape for minor main and genoa repairs. If you do poke the spreader through the sail, bring the sail in for repair and ask the oft to patch the tear with two plys of material under the dacron stickyback. Make offer psp self adhesive sail repair patches dacron sailcloth white x2 pcs. Laminated sails also offer greatly reduced weight over dacron sails, which translates into reduced weight aloft. Pricing for roi will be subject to applicable vat rates and calculated during the checkout process. Pks kiteboarding white dacron kite repair tape 3 inches x 5 feet. Sailrite stocks dacron, laminate and ripstop repair tapes that you can affix to both sides of your rip as a fast patch.
Shop lots of dacron sail repair patch for sale this week. As for the luff tape and battens a needle and palm is still the answer. Psp dacron sail repair patch consists of two strong sail cloth patches to apply to either side of a sail for the larger repair. Now also in a range of colours for repairs to covers, dodgers and spray hoods, etc. Dacron tape is very sticky and should only be used on dacron. Tear aid works as an effective bladder patch or for a quick sail repair. Weve got some simple tips to get them nice and clean without harming the fabric. Testers were impressed with the sail rite laminate sail repair tape combined with bainbridge dacron sail repair tape, for repairs in lowstress areas.
Most dacron grafts are in the shape of a tube to replace or repair blood vessels. A repair can be attempted, but it is the end for the sail. If the cloth isnt sticking properly it may help to sew around the edge of the repair to secure it. A sailmakers guide to patching articles quantum sails.
Each tearaid repair patch is made from an exceptionally tough, matte finish, abrasion resistant, elastomer that resists puncture and tearing. The dacron sail repair patch consists of two adhesive strong patches for the front and back of the sail. Unfollow sail dacron to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Psp self adhesive sail repair patches dacron sailcloth. For seasonal sailors, the end of sailing season is a good time to inspect your sails so you have all winter to make repairs and get them ready to go for the spring. Aug 26, 2015 this repair is finished off with a large sheet of stickybacked dacron, stuck on both sides and around the luff of the sail to keep everything together and spread the load. Sail repair, new bern, morehead, beaufort, oriental. Psp dacron sail repair patch for larger sail tears.
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