Instead of getting a new glider, replacing a worn-out sail is cost-effective if the frame is in good shape. It’s like getting a brand new glider for half the cost. (see sail prices here)
Wills Wing new sails available:
- Alpha
- Condor
- Falcon 3
- Falcon 4
- Sport 2
- Sport 3
- U2
- T2C
- T3
- A T2C can be upgraded to a T3
Moyes new sails available:
- Malibu
- Gecko
- Litesport
- Litespeed RX
- Litespeed RS 3.5 can be upgraded to an RX 4
Before ordering a new sail, I do a sail-off inspection to ensure the frame looks good and to identify any needed replacement parts, which can be ordered at the same time as the sail.
This is a good time to address key maintenance items, which I can do at half the normal rate:
- new bottom side wires
- new hang loop
- VG service
During the new sail installation I adjust things as needed to make sure it’s perfect. There can be small variations in sails due to the sailcloth or design changes, and I have a good feel for what the leading edge tension should be set to, as well as the battens tension and other parts.
When it’s all done I do a test flight at Funston.
Contact
or call David Kiesling 510-754-6842