© North SailsThere Is A Difference

Since 1957, North Sails has grown from a small one design loft in California to become a worldwide leader in both racing and cruising sails. Our success is not only based on speed and durability, but also on superior service and value.

Measure Performance

Our company was born on the race course, and we remain committed to racing for a very good reason. 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 every technical advance in modern racing and cruising sails has come from North, and to this day we commit more resources to research and development than any other sailmaker....far more. North's revolutionary 3DL molded sail technology is the latest step in our march toward the future. Better performance means better sailing, period.

Measure Quality

Every inch of sailcloth, every stitch, evry 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 all 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.

Measure Service

Sailors have broad horizons, and ours are worldwide. North has a network of more than 70 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 inspection, repair, washing, recutting, retrofitting, patching, tuning and coaching your crew, North is there for you.

Your sails are an important investment. And North sails pay you the highest dividends you can get anywhere. There is a difference.