Come see us in Annapolis Take the opportunity to learn about the Parasailor, the unique airfoil integrated spinnaker that makes downwind sailing so much more convenient and safe, at the US Sailboat Show in Annapolis (October 9th thru October 13th)! We look forward to welcoming you in tent C39A to showcase to you why the Parasailor adds so much pleasure to your downwind legs. There will also be a chance to see the Parasailor in action together with sail legend and Parasailor fan Mike Harker on his Wanderlust III, a Hunter 49. For information about the Parasailor prior to the US Sailboat Show contact Jerry Twomey of Parasailor USA, jerry.twomey@parasailor.com, phone +1 (813) 298-0431
		Come see us in Amsterdam We cordially invite you to visit us at HISWA te Water in Amsterdam (Netherlands). Find us at stand T209 and learn about ISTEC's wing-spinnakers. There will also be an opportunity to join one of the daily short cruises and see for yourself how relaxed spinnaker sailing is when using a Parasailor or Parasail. We look forward to seeing you!
		The biggest-selling yachting magazine did test the Parasailor In the event, we could do little more than hoist it and hang on tight-but everyone on board was impressed by the stability and smoothness of the ride. Our most significant observations were that the boat showed no inclination to roll; the spinnaker flew steadily without oscillating from side to side as often happens dead downwind; the bow was higher than usual; and if the kite collapsed it didn’t flog violently and threaten to blow itself out or shake the rig out of the boat. We all agreed that we would happily fly a Parasailor in conditions when we would be reluctant to use a conventional kite. The Parasailor set beautifully, looked very well made and was neatly finished. It’s not cheap, but really does appear to transform downwind sailing-in a breeze, at least. If you have been put off spinnakers, or never tried one, but become frustrated by the narrow range of wind angles in which a cruising chute works effectively this might be the answer. Article, PBO April 2008 (send me more details about this article: info@istec.ag) &lang=en...