Nautos Tell Tales Red And Green Sail Trimming Kit By Psp Tapes With 16 Adhesive Discs
Why you'll like it
- Enhanced Sail Performance — Clearly visualize airflow across your sails to achieve optimal upwind trim.
- Easy Identification — Use the color-coded red and green woolen threads to distinguish between windward and leeward sides.
- Durable Application — Sixteen individual high-adhesion self-stick discs ensure the tell tales remain securely in place during intense sailing.
- Versatile Use — Suitable for a wide range of rigging setups including mainsails and genoas on various boat types.
Product details
Description
Achieve superior control and efficiency during your sailing sessions with Nautos Tell Tales, manufactured by PSP Tapes. These essential navigation aids are designed for sailors looking to master upwind sail trimming, helping you optimize airflow and identify potential stalls before they impact your performance. By providing clear visual feedback on the windward and leeward sides of the sail, these tell tales allow for precise adjustments, ensuring your boat maintains its ideal trim and speed in various wind conditions.
The kit comes complete with sixteen high-adhesion, self-stick discs, allowing for easy and durable application to your mainsail or genoa. The pack includes eight red woolen threads and eight green woolen threads, a standard color-coding system that helps sailors quickly distinguish between port and starboard airflow. Whether you are racing or cruising, these reliable indicators are a must-have for any rigging setup. Designed for long-lasting use, the discs are built to withstand the marine environment, ensuring your sail trim remains consistent throughout your voyage. These authentic imported sailing accessories are a practical solution for both novice sailors learning the nuances of wind flow and experienced mariners seeking consistent performance data.
How to use
- Clean the surface area of the sail thoroughly to ensure it is free of salt and dirt.
- Peel the backing from an adhesive disc and press firmly onto the sail cloth at the desired location.
- Attach the woolen thread to the disc.
- For optimal performance, position the tell tales on both sides of the sail at the same height to monitor airflow consistency during upwind sailing.
Ingredients
High-quality synthetic woolen thread and marine-grade pressure-sensitive adhesive discs.
As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.
Specifications
| Brand | Nautos |
|---|---|
| EAN | 5018400075462 |
| Ships from | USA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai |
| Sold by | Dropy.in |
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FAQs
How do tell tales help with sail trimming?
Tell tales provide visual feedback on airflow across your sails. If the windward tell-tale is lifting, the sail is likely under-trimmed, and if the leeward tell-tale is dropping or stalling, the sail is over-trimmed.
Are these suitable for all types of sailboats?
Yes, these tell tales are versatile and designed to be used on the headsail or mainsail of most sailboats, ranging from small dinghies to larger keelboats.
Do I need any special tools to install them?
No special tools are required. The kit includes pre-cut, self-adhesive discs that apply directly to the sail fabric with simple pressure.
Are these authentic USA-imported products?
Yes, all products sold at Dropy are 100% authentic and sourced directly from reputable suppliers in the USA to ensure you receive genuine quality.
What is the benefit of the red and green color coding?
The colors help sailors instantly recognize which side of the sail they are observing. Typically, green is used for starboard and red for port, which helps in quickly identifying windward or leeward airflow.
How long will delivery take?
Most orders arrive in 15–20 days: we source each product directly from the USA, check it at our Navi Mumbai warehouse and pack it on video. Items marked Dropy Express ship from our India warehouse and arrive in 3–5 days.
Is cash on delivery available?
Full cash on delivery is available all over India on Dropy Express items. For other orders from ₹2,499 to ₹15,000 you can use Partial COD: pay 25% online now and the rest in cash on delivery.
Are your products genuine?
Yes. Every product is 100% authentic, sourced directly from the USA, quality-checked and packed on video at our Navi Mumbai warehouse.
What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
Write to us at [email protected] as soon as it arrives. Damaged, wrong or not as described, our Buyer Protection gives you a full refund. The details are in our Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Is delivery free?
Delivery is free on orders from ₹1,499. Below that a ₹79 delivery fee applies.