You really can’t appreciate Evolution upwind cruising sails until you’ve sailed with them. When you ask people, who upgraded their cruising sails to Evolution what difference it made to their yacht, one answer sums up the experience: ‘’It feels like a new boat.’’ That’s because we go the distance to ensure you’ll enjoy going the extra miles. From our bespoke customization design process, to our choice of only the best materials, whether you’re a coastal cruiser or adventuring offshore, you’ll get to experience for yourself that nothing performs like Evolution Sails. Premium Quality:Constructed from the finest fabric, our headsails are engineered for longevity and optimal performance. The cross cut design ensures an ideal balance of strength and flexibility, allowing you to harness wind power effectively, even in challenging conditions. Engineered for Excellence:Each headsail comes complete with essential features to get you sailing quickly and confidently. Reinforced panels and precision cuts guarantee exceptional fit and durability, so you can focus on navigating the open seas with assurance. Whether you’re racing or cruising, this sail adapts to your needs with unmatched responsiveness and control. The Importance of a Headsail:The headsail plays a crucial role in your boat’s performance by complementing the mainsail to create a balanced, efficient sail plan. It helps to generate forward thrust, improves boat balance, and enhances maneuverability in a variety of wind conditions. A well-crafted headsail like our Endeavor ensures that every gust of wind is effectively harnessed, contributing to smoother tacks and more agile handling – all vital for both competitive racing and leisurely cruising. Elevate your sailing adventures with the Endeavor Dacron Cross Cut Headsail – where quality, innovation, and performance come together to deliver an unparalleled on-water experience. Cruising Headsail Features 180 Sails by Evolution Cruising Cross-Cut Dacron Sails include the best craftsmanship and features in the industry, ensuring you get a top quality sail that performs and lasts. Clew Ring Webbing reinforced clew ring connection for sheets. Sail Cloth We use only the best name brand high quality sail cloths. Stitching Sails are stitched by experts, using highest quality thread. Luff Attachment Luff cords of all sizes or hanks, we have you covered. Tell Tales Telltales are optimally placed so you can sail better. Hardware We use only the best quality brand name sailing hardware. Head & Tack Our sails include reinforced tack and clew strops. Sail Bag Of Course we give you a nice bag to store your sail in. Choosing the Right Sail Cloth The sail cloth options presented to you in the online sail builder are curated by our expert sailmakers according to your sails parameters. We have selected only the best cloth options for you to choose from to ensure you get the best quality sail for your boat. All of the cloths we offer at 180 Sails by Evolution are top quality name brand sail materials, never a no-name or seconds fabrics. Our online sail builder allows you to try different sail cloth and option configurations at the click of a button. We have denoted them with a $ to give you an idea of each cloths budget (one $ for least expensive and $$$$$ for most expensive). Along with your budget, it is important to consider other factors when selecting the right sail cloth for you, including required construction type, performance, durability, shape holding, and weight. Rest assured, no matter which cloth you choose, one of our expert sail makers will contact you after you place your order to verify your needs and ensure you get the perfect sail the first time. If you have questions, feel free to chat with us. Sail Cloths Comparison Cloth NameTypeConstructionDurabilityWeightPerformanceWater WickingHandlingMaterial CostChallenge FastnetDacronCross Cut★★★★★★★★★★★★★$Challenge NewportDacronCross Cut★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★$$Contender RadialDacronTriradial★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★$$Contender CDXLaminateTriradial★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★$$Dimension Polyant DCXLaminateTriradial★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★$$$Dimension Polyant SXILaminateTriradial★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★$$$$Contender HybridDyneemaTriradial★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★$$$$Dimension Polyant Hydranet RadialDyneemaTriradial★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★$$$$$Evolution Expedition MembraneCompositeLoad Path★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★$$$$$ Click here to learn more about our Cruising Sail Cloths. Warranty All of our new sails come with our industry leading 3 year warranty. Click here to read the full warranty terms and conditions. The Fine Print Lead Times: Sails ordered today will have a normal 4-6 week production lead time before shipping. This lead time starts when we confirm your final measurements. We can expedite production if required at an added cost and move your sail up in the queue if you need your sail immediately. Please contact one of our expert sailmakers for more information. Measurement: Getting the measurements right is essential to ensuring a perfect fit for your sail—not just in terms of dimensions, but also how the sail attaches to your boat and integrates with your existing setup. We use a variety of methods to achieve precise measurements, and your sailmaker will help determine the best approach—or combination of approaches—to create the ideal sail for you. Click here for more information on our measurement options. Taxes: Excludes any applicable taxes and duties. Specialty Parts: Sail includes standard Bainbridge slides, batten boxes, and RBS battens. Specialty cars and sliders can be reused from old sails or purchased separately.
