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6.4 Sail Care.
The main should be rolled and stored dry, out of direct sunlight. Dry the
spinnaker, fold it and store it in its bag.
When using a new sail for the first time, try to avoid extreme conditions
because high loads on new sailcloth can diminish the racing life of the sail.
If your sail is stained in any way, try to remove it using normal detergent and
warm water.
DO NOT
attempt to launder the sail yourself.
Repairs should be temporarily made using self-adhesive Dacron, Mylar or
spinnaker repair tape (depending on sail type). The sail should be returned to
a sail maker for a professional repair. Check for wear and tear, especially
around the batten pockets and boltrope, on a regular basis.
