Sailcloth / Material guide
No single fabric is right for every sail.
The right choice depends on the sail, the boat and the way you sail. We use proven materials from Challenge Sailcloth, Contender Sailcloth and Dimension-Polyant.01 / Crosscut
Choose between proven woven Dacron for easy ownership and durability, or Lite Skin when more shape retention and a performance character matter.
By Challenge Sailcloth
Best for · Everyday cruising
The dependable all-round choice for family and cruising sails.
Important to knowA versatile starting point for inshore, coastal and offshore cruising.
By Challenge Sailcloth
Best for · Charter & offshore
Built for long service life and demanding use.
Important to knowHeavier than performance cloths; chosen for durability rather than minimum weight.
By Dimension-Polyant
Best for · Performance cruising & club racing
Laminate performance protected by a durable, technical outer skin.
Important to knowPolyester version for smaller yachts; aramid version for larger boats up to approximately 38 ft.
02 / Tri-radial
Woven radial cloths prioritise durability; hybrid weaves and cruising laminates add stability, lower stretch and more precise shape.
By Challenge Sailcloth
Best for · Performance cruising
A woven performance upgrade with fibres aligned for radial loads.
Important to knowFor sailors seeking improved performance without giving up woven-cloth durability.
By Contender Sailcloth
Best for · Demanding cruising
Precise shape and excellent durability in an advanced woven construction.
Important to knowA premium woven option for yachts approximately 28–52 ft.
By Contender Sailcloth
Best for · Bluewater & long distance
Polyester and Dyneema/UPE fibres woven together for exceptional strength.
Important to knowTop-tier woven cloth for larger yachts and serious bluewater use.
By Contender Sailcloth
Best for · Performance cruising & club racing
A durable cruising laminate that holds its designed shape with less stretch.
Important to knowRequires more careful handling than woven sailcloth; available in white or cool grey.
03 / Code Zero
Baltic is a specialist laminate for Cruising and Racing Code Zero sails, balancing low weight, low stretch and stable shape.
By Challenge Sailcloth
Best for · Code Zero — cruising & racing
A very light laminate developed specifically for efficient Code Zero sails.
Important to knowA specialist performance material that needs more careful handling than woven cloth.
04 / Spinnaker
FiberMax balances low weight with the tear resistance, UV protection and reliability needed for cruising and racing spinnakers.
By Challenge Sailcloth
Best for · Cruising & racing spinnakers
Light enough for downwind power, engineered to survive demanding use.
Important to knowHigh-tenacity nylon with a tight weave and protective coating, focused on durability.
Specification / SailPoint Adria
The final choice also depends on sail size, cut, expected use and handling priorities. We specify it with the sailmaker around your actual boat.
Let's specify it together