This is a sample measuring form whch demonstrates the measurements required when you purchase a Mainsail.
A "live" measuring form will be sent to you at the time of purchase. The live form is linked to your order and is the best way to provide measurements. Please do not use this form to submit measurements.
Owners sometimes wonder why we need measurements. Aren't they the same for all boats of the same model? Actually, no.
Manufacturers often change gear mid-production run due to shortages, excess inventory on hand or simply a better deal from another supplier. Molds wear out and are changed, with slight differences in dimensions. Or, the dealer or a prior owner made modifications to the boat.
And with a purchase as important as this, we simply can't rely on patterns from other boats. When you complete and submit this form you ensure that your Mainsail will fit your boat perfectly.
Need help? Call 877-932-7245, M-F 10am to 4pm Eastern time or contact us through customer service.
Please note: You must complete this form or send your sail to the loft. We are unable to build a new sail from the dimensions of your old sail or any other set of measurements.
A
Aft edge of mast to load-bearing point of the tack fitting
inches
B
Top of boom to load-bearing point of the tack fitting
inches
C
Aft edge of mast to load-bearing point of reef hook (NOTE: Some sailboats don't have reef hooks. If your boat doesn't ignore this measurement.)
inches
E
Maximum foot. Measure from back of mast to the band at the end of the boom (if you don't have a band, measure to the point where the sail attaches to the shackle when it is positioned at the tighest outhaul setting).
inches
E1
On measurement E, did you measure to a band or to the maximum foot (tightest outhaul setting)?
Band Maximum foot
R1
Aft edge of mast to the block on the boom used for the first reef point
inches
R2
Aft edge of mast to the block on the boom used for the second reef point. (NOTE: Many sailboats less than 27' may not have a second reef point.)
inches
W
Top of the boom to the load-bearing point on the shackle (only applies if you have an outhaul car)
inches
X
From the black band (tightest outhaul setting) to the loosest outhaul setting
inches
Y
Maximum sail hoist (not shown above). Attach a tape to your main halyard and hoist it to the top. Pull the tape taut and note the measurement at the very top of the boom. This will be your maximum hoist.
inches
Z
Maximum Leech Length (not shown above). Attach a tape to your main halyard and hoist it to the top. Take the tape back to the black band on the aft end of your boom and pull it taut. Note the measurement at boom level. This will be your maximum leech length.
