Bluewater Sailing Inventory

with

Erica Georgaklis

Port Townsend Sails

Explore developing a custom sail inventory for your cruising dreams that will take you from calms to gales with a sailmaker and consultant, Erica of Port Townsend Sails.

90-Minute Live Session

On Demand Replay Available

Live Q&A

Jump into a thorough introduction of the variables to working with your sailmaker to develop a custom suit of sails that will power your vessel, give you a balanced helm throughout your reefing strategy, provide longevity and performance so you can travel further and more enjoyably during your cruising career.

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Bluewater Sailing Inventory

Online class overview

Sail further and for longer Explore developing a custom sail inventory for your cruising dreams that will take you from calms to gales with a sailmaker and consultant, Erica of Port Townsend Sails.

Who is this online class for?

This online class is geared towards cruisers who already have some experience and are ready to dive into the optimization of their cruising sails before their bluewater adventures.

What will I learn?

You will leave with the terminology and tools to drive your sail design and selection as you prepare for your Bluewater cruising. The online class is fast paced and chock full of details useful to making your passages safe, fast, and fun.

List of topics:

Different rig / vessel designs
Sail schedules
The three different suits
Headsail geometry, design and selection
Mainsail geometry, design and selection
Redundancy balanced with optimization
Basic sail trim
Reefing

Design the Perfect Sail Inventory for Bluewater Cruising

BUILDING A SAIL PLAN FOR EVERY CONDITION

Designing the right sail inventory is essential for safe, efficient, and enjoyable bluewater cruising. This online class guides you through the process of creating a custom sail plan tailored to your vessel, helping you move beyond guesswork and into a strategic approach that supports performance, balance, and reliability across a wide range of conditions.

FROM DESIGN TO REAL-WORLD PERFORMANCE

From sail geometry and material selection to construction details and rig considerations, this online class breaks down the key elements that go into building a well-rounded sail inventory. You’ll learn how different sail combinations work together, how to plan for redundancy without overloading your setup, and how thoughtful design choices translate into better handling, longevity, and efficiency at sea.

SAIL WITH CONFIDENCE, ANYWHERE YOU GO

When your sail inventory is built with intention, your entire cruising experience improves. You’ll leave this online class with a clear understanding of how to collaborate with a sailmaker, select the right sails for your goals, and adapt your setup for changing conditions. Whether crossing oceans or refining your current setup, you’ll be equipped to sail further, safer, and with greater confidence.

Your Host

Erica Georgaklis

Erica Georgaklis grew up sailing in New England and later settled in the Pacific Northwest, where she now manages Port Townsend Sails. With extensive cruising experience on both coasts, and offshore miles in Mexico and Scotland, Erica brings a rich background in sailmaking and seamanship. After working under legendary sailmaker Carol Hasse, Erica continues to share her deep knowledge of sail construction and trim with passionate cruisers around the world.

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@ 4:30 PM PT / 7:30 PM ET (90 min)

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All registrations include unlimited on-demand access to the recordings of the live online class. So if you are unable to attend live you can still register and watch at your leisure.

ASA MEMBER DISCOUNT

American Sailing Members can claim their discount in the Member Portal. If you’re not a current member then for only $59/year you can join or renew today!

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