Newbie Sailor - Sailing

How Sails Are Made & Raced: Pro Sailmaker Drew Mitchell Explains It All

β€’ Dan Gasparello β€’ Episode 18

In this episode, we sit down with pro sailor and sailmaker Drew Mitchell at the historic North Sails loft in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. Drew shares how sails are made, maintained, and raced β€” from classic Blue Nose boats to high-tech 3Di sails. We also explore career paths in the sailing industry, racing tips, and how technology is reshaping the sport. Whether you're a cruiser, racer, or just curious, there's something here for every sailor.

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