Constructing a Roller Furling Jib or Genoa Sail Kit

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Are you a sailor who is interested in sewing their own sails? Why pay a sail shop to sew your sails when Sailrite has the tools, supplies, sail kits and even the sewing machines needed to be a self-reliant sailor! This video series shows you all the steps of building your own roller furling or genoa sail kit. Scroll down to watch remaining videos.

Video Chapters:

Constructing a Roller Furling Jib/Genoa Introduction (1:15 min.)
Basting Sail Panels (1:15 min.)
Sewing Panels Together (1:22 min.)
Basting & Sewing Corner Patches (11:50 min.)
Sew Remaining Panels Together (0:53 min.)
Sacrificial UV on Foot (7:46 min.)
Installing UV Protective Tape on Foot Edge (2:10 min.)
Sacrificial UV on Leech & Protective Tape on Leech Edge Including Leech Line (9:37 min.)
Attachment Point at Head and Tack Using Webbing (3:27 min.)
Installing Tell Tails (1:01 min.)
Leather at Clew Corner (7:13 min.)
Logo & Sail Quote Request (0:41 min.)

Materials List:

Sailrite® Sail Kit

Tools List:

Basic sewing tools
Sewing machine

The first step is to order your custom sail. Head over to our Sailmaking page to learn more about our custom sail kits and request a quote for your very own DIY Sail Kit. When you select a sail kit, our sail designer Jeff Frank aids in every step of the process before it arrives at your door. Not only is Jeff an avid sailor, but he has been designing sails for over 27 years and has been our lead sail designer since 1991. Each sail kit is custom-designed for maximum performance. Jeff oversees every part of your sail kit creation so that there’s no guesswork involved on your end.

This 13-part video series will teach you the step-by-step techniques of building a roller furling jib or genoa sail kit. The total run time of these 13 videos is just under an hour. You can watch the video series piece by piece as you work on your sail. When you learn how to sew your own sails, you’ll be on your way to a lifetime of savings! Not only do you save money by sewing your own sail, but the skills you develop when crafting your own sails are also invaluable.

Every self-sufficient sailor needs a sewing machine that’s up to the challenge. That’s why our Sailrite^® Ultrafeed^® LSZ Walking Foot Sewing Machine was specifically designed with sailors in mind. Its zigzag stitch function is a must when sewing sails, and the straight stitch option is great for sewing your own boat canvas and upholstery work.

So, get started on the road to self-reliance with this video tutorial series. Any questions? Don’t hesitate to call or email us. We’re always happy to help you find the perfect sail for your boat.

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