Replacing a main sail for a Typhoon Weekender

kevin_oconnor · Post by **kevin_oconnor** » Oct 1st, '06, 09:14

Can anyone recommend a sail maker that has replaced their mail sail for a Typhoon Weekender?

Mike Wainfeld · Post by **Mike Wainfeld** » Oct 1st, '06, 09:50

UK Sails-City Island, NY

kevin_oconnor · Post by **kevin_oconnor** » Oct 1st, '06, 09:58

Any idea on cost?

Paul D. · Post by **Paul D.** » Oct 1st, '06, 13:29

I sewed up my own mainsail for my Typhoon eight years ago for about $500. I was very happy with the sail. It was standard cloth with two sets of reefs. Look them up at Sailrite.com It was great project I did it on my home machine.

Paul

Bob Mial · Post by **Bob Mial** » Oct 1st, '06, 21:13

I got a new main and jib from cruisingdirect.com and was very happy with them. They were attentive to details and their price was competitive. The difference between the new sails and the previous ones (1971 originals!) is phenomenal - she sails like a different boat.

bill2 · Post by **bill2** » Oct 1st, '06, 23:05

Where are you located - if near SE Pa I could recommend a good sailmaker and also think Sailrite has a good rep if you're inclined to try it yourself.

Good Luck . . .

Mike Wainfeld · Post by **Mike Wainfeld** » Oct 2nd, '06, 10:56

From UK City Island it was about $1000 for main-loosefooted, one row reefpoints, insignia and draftstripe, and jib.

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Replacing a main sail for a Typhoon Weekender

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