In the previous issue we visited Cornell University’s wind tunnel to see how wind flows around an asymmetric spinnaker. We learned a lot, of course, especially the importance of being dynamic with our ...

Commercial sales of the Spinnaker drag sail may start as soon as 2023. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. A "drag sail" concept ...

Spinnaker staysails have three specific tasks: cleaning up the wind going around the front of the mainsail, moving the center of effort forward to help balance the helm and adding more sail area.

Austria's double Olympic champion, Roman Hagara, has refused to rule out the possibility of pulling out from the Tornado class competition over the 'upwind spinnaker' sail specially developed for the ...

To mark 20 years of the iconic Portsmouth landmark, we have gathered some fun trivia about the Spinnaker Tower.

Chetwoods Associates, an architectural group from Great Britain, has come up with a new environmental design that promises to capture wind power in an odd but innovative manner: By using a huge ...

Flying a spinnaker single-handed isn’t just about muscle — it’s about preparation, technique, and timing. From hoisting the ...

Entries have closed for the 80th running of the 'Great Race South', the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, with an elite fleet set to face the starter's cannon on Boxing Day.