Individual sailors, whether racing or practicing, say that they are more confident about sailing in heavy air and, as a result, have greatly raised their skill levels. Click on the image at right to see a more complete view of a Floatation Panel on a sail. The panel can be hoisted whenever you feel that you have need of it. The panel is not left in the weather to decay in UV etc. Sailors gain confidence sailing in conditions that they would normally not feel they could sail in.
Adults feel better letting junior sailors take the boat out.
Even in light wind conditions adults are worried when letting children take a dinghy out for a sail. Wind conditions change quickly, and children usually cling to the high rail of the boat as it is going over, making the situation worse once the boat is on its side. The flotation panel helps keep the boat on its side making it easier to right. Currently sixteen classes of boats are supported. If your boat is not one of these, ask about us making a panel for your class.