Racing sail : storm jib
ROLLY TASKER SAILS
They are also demanded as being part of the sail wardrobe by most international organizations for offshore racing events. Marine annual insurance premiums are usually cheaper if leisure boats carry them onboard.
In using storm sails in heavy weather conditions the centre of effort is reduced which means less heeling and better steering. Many sailors tend to purchase a storm jib sail one size larger than required so it can double as an inner staysail for use in windy areas.
