asymmetrical spinnakers

Vision Asymmetrical Spinnakers
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Close Reaching Asymmetrical
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All-Purpose Reaching Asymmetrical
THE VISION SPINNAKER.
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Just like our technology...
It’s always out front.
VISION spinnakers were born from the belief
that cruising sailors need specialized sails that
take full advantage of the most sophisticated
technology, engineering excellence, and the
highest levels of manufacturing quality. VISION
spinnakers are not stripped down versions of
their racing brethren. Vision spinnakers are
designed for the unique requirements of the
cruising sailor. They offer unmatched levels of
control, stability, reliability, and versatility.
VISION spinnakers are a product of one of the
leading programs for the development of offwind sails. Development utilizes the unique
resource of Quantum’s wind tunnel testing
project, one of the most sophisticated of its kind
in the world, and the talents of the Quantum
design team, a collaborative effort of designers,
consultants, technologists, and manufacturing
experts from industry and academia.
What started as a simple,
multipurpose asymmetrical
spinnaker design many years
ago, has been transformed into a
sophisticated powerhouse,
offering unimaginable levels of
performance in an elegant, easy
to control package... Quantum
introduces the VISION Series of
asymmetrical spinnakers
designed specifically for the
cruising sailor, a selection of three
sails capable of meeting every
need and exceeding every dream
of sailor’s who love to sail.
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V
All-Purpose Running Asymmetrical
Close Reaching Asymmetrical
40 - 120 Apparent Wind Angle
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All-Purpose Reaching Asymmetrical
60 - 140 Apparent Wind Angle
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All-Purpose Running Asymmetrical
60 - 140 Apparent Wind Angle
THE ANATOMY OF A VISION ASYMMETRICAL SPINNAKER
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Close Reaching Asymmetrical
40 - 120 Apparent Wind Angle
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Designed for light to moderate air close reaching, the V offers light wind
performance at angles closer to the wind than ever thought possible on a cruising
boat. Derived from the famous “Code Zero” sails developed for VO 60’s and
other racing boats, and adapted to the special design criteria of the modern
cruising sailor, they are 40% larger than a typical furling genoa, 70% of the size
of a maximum area spinnaker. While dramatically enhancing light air
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performance, the V allows the primary roller furling genoa design to be a true
workhorse; smaller, stronger, and easier to handle, making it more useful in the
heart of typical cruising conditions. It provides the perfect solution for the offshore
passage maker who doesn’t want to be saddled with a big genoa and the need to
change sails in windy conditions.
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The V can be set on it’s own furling system for the ultimate ease in handling.
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Perhaps the most versatile asymmetrical, the V comes as close as possible to
being the perfect all-purpose offwind sail. Smaller and even easier to handle
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than a full sized V , it provides un-matched reaching performance with good
downwind speed. With typical girths of 90% or less, it design is geared
towards tighter wind angles than traditional cruising spinnakers. It takes full
advantage of the structural advances and three dimensional shaping
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characteristics of the modern asymmetrical. The V can be carried well inside
a beam reach, even in moderate wind conditions.
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At the same time, the V projects enough area to weather to deliver all-around
broad reaching speed. It is the perfect size for the short-handed crew, and is
All-Purpose Reaching Asymmetrical
particularly well adapted to today' more easily driven hull forms and lighter
60 - 140 Apparent Wind Angle
displacement. With it's strength, specialized shaping, and moderate size, the
All-Purpose Running Asymmetrical
60 - 140 Apparent Wind Angle
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V
can be comfortably used in breezy conditions as well.
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The V is a full size reaching and all purpose asymmetrical. Design makes the V
ideal for broad reaching angles, projecting the maximum amount of area to
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weather of the centerline when eased. The V is extremely stable, with a forgiving
entry which makes it very easy to trim, performing well across a wide range of
trim settings. It's race derived full tri-radial layout, with Spectra luff rope and
glued, tear drop corner reinforcement system, make it strong, reliable, and
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extremely versatile. Like all Vision cruising asymmetrical, the V is capable of
reaching at wind angles no ordinary cruising spinnaker can. It is perfect for
heavier displacement boats and provides turbo performance for all others.
OPTIONS TO CONSIDER
A Spinnaker Dousing
sleeve such as the ATNTM
pictured here greatly
simplifies sail handling.
Easier sail handling means
more enjoyable sailing
especially when short
handed. Quantum offers
spinnaker dousing sleeves
with all Vision Spinnakers
Spinnaker graphics allows the
boat owner to personalize the
sail beyond just the color
design. Digital artwork is
created and reproduced on
the sail as an In-lay or an
Inked-on graphic. Spinnaker
graphics are a custom feature
and need to be discussed with
your Quantum representative
for details and pricing.