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They also hate it because it's tough to work with
In Response To: Lucky guy! Does she use Gortex thread? 
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() It's tough to get the proper tension and stitch in the sewing machine.
Also FYI GoreTex is not anywhere near as strong as (new) polyester. If strength is required (as in multihull nets) you need to use thicker thread and/or more rows of stitches. No need to ask me how I know.
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- Anyone have any thoughts on sail covers?
- Send your needs, specs and wants to
- Wasn't aware of that issue with Sunbrella.
- QuickCover
- first I have ever heard of the Sunbrella thing
- Interesting … our Sunbrella Main Cover is probably 12 years old, maybe more ...
- 2 years, that sounds crazy.
- And how many Sunbrella Bimini's get replaced that often?? Mine sure hasn't.
- What can I say?
- I realize you're quoting North. All good info, thanks.
- I realize you're quoting North. All good info, thanks.
- If the sail cover is white and you're in the South...
- Sent an e-mail to Glen Raven on this issue.
- Send your needs, specs and wants to