The measure of a leader

In 39 years North sails has grown from a small one-design loft in California to become the worldwide leader in sailmaking. We didn't get here just because our sails are fast and durable. We've done it by delivering superior performance, quality, and service at a fair price.

1. Measure Performance

Racing is our passion. We race to win, and we race to learn. The more we learn about making faster and longer lasting sails, the more sail value we can deliver to you, whether you race or cruise. Almost ever technical advance in modem sailmaking has come from North, and we continue to commit more resources to research and development than any other sailmaker. North's revolutionary 3DL molded sail technology is the latest step in our march toward the future.

2. Measure quality

Every inch of sail cloth, every stitch, every batten pocket, and every corner patch on every North sail is engineered to deliver less stretch and greater durability than any sail in its class. Of the world's sailmakers, North alone produces over 80 styles of its own premium sailcloth. Only North can choose from the best of our own cloth and the best from other cloth manufacturers. And only North has 3DL, the revolutionary molded sail technology that delivers the lowest stretch for the lowest weight of any sail ever produced. No matter what kind of boat you own, or where you take it, your North sail will hold up and hold its shape, season after season.

3. Measure service

Sailors have broad horizons, and ours are worldwide. North has a network of more than 100 sail and service lofts in over 25 countries. Each is staffed by experienced professionals who will give you the best advice available on your sails and your sailing. For repair, washing, recutting, retrofitting, patching, adjusting, tuning and coaching your crew, North is there for you…from start to finish.

Your sails are an important investment. And North sails pays you the highest dividends you can get.

Tom Whidden, President, North Sails Group, Inc.