Plastimo 6m2 Fluorescent Storm Jib Sail

PLASTIMO 6m2 Fluorescent Storm Jib Sail

Navigate with confidence in the most challenging conditions with the PLASTIMO 6m2 Fluorescent Storm Jib. An indispensable piece of safety equipment for any offshore vessel, this storm jib is expertly engineered to enhance boat stability and dramatically increase visibility when you need it most. When foul weather strikes, this sail becomes a crucial component of your heavy-weather strategy, ensuring you maintain control and safety on the water.

Designed by a professional sail maker, the PLASTIMO storm jib is built to perform under extreme duress. Its primary function is to help stabilise the boat, reducing dangerous heeling and allowing the vessel to maintain forward momentum for effective steerage. This controlled movement is vital for preventing broaching in heavy seas and strong winds. The bright, fluorescent orange colour serves as a critical safety feature, making your boat significantly more visible to other vessels, as well as to search and rescue teams, in conditions of poor visibility, spray, and high waves. This sail meets the stringent OSR (Offshore Special Regulations) specifications, making it a trusted choice for competitive offshore racers and serious cruising sailors alike.

Understanding the need for rapid deployment in deteriorating conditions, the fluorescent storm jib is equipped with robust quick snaps. This thoughtful design allows it to be easily and swiftly hanked on any forestay, including a dedicated quick-release inner forestay. This ensures that you can set the sail quickly and safely, even when the foredeck is a challenging environment. Its compact shape and small surface area are purpose-built to provide just enough drive to power through waves without overpowering the boat. For convenient and protected storage when not in use, the sail is supplied with its own dedicated storage bag, keeping it ready for immediate deployment.

Sails

The storm jib´s design and features are focused on reliability, performance, and safety in the most demanding marine environments.
* High-Strength Construction: Made of a high modulus cloth with a weight of 380 g/m², this sail is engineered to resist stretching and withstand the immense forces of storm-force winds.
* Optimised Sail Area: The small surface area of 6 m² provides the perfect balance of power and control, enabling steerage without adding excessive strain on the boat and rigging.
* Compact and Efficient Shape: Its carefully designed compact shape ensures stable performance and handling in turbulent wind and sea conditions.
* Maximum Visibility: The bright, fluorescent orange colour is a key safety element, ensuring your vessel is highly visible in low-light and storm conditions.

Technical Specifications
* Recommended Boat Size: Ideal for boats up to 44 ft in length.
* Sail Area: 6 m²
* Material: Storm Jib made of high modulus, heavy-duty Polyester for superior durability and low stretch