The Build Your Own V-style Sail Rig! Get sailing today!
Do-It-Yourself kayak sails! Make masts from easy to find PVC pipe and wood dowels, use hardware from our TopKayaker shop and slip on the pre-sewn sailcloth. Set it up on your kayak and you are ready to sail! See the video showing the JNR sail in action. See instructions here: Do It Yourself Kayak Sail Instructions.
Instructional Videos at Links Below, in Four Parts. Use in concert with online article above.
Part 1 of 4 - Part 2 of 4 - Part 3 of 4 - Part 4 of 4.
Special thanks to John Royals.
Additional hardware; strap eyes, web strap, cordage, rivets, well-nuts, ny-lock nuts and stainless steel machine screws are available in our Kayak Parts, Rope, and Hardware sections and in our Rigging Supply department for sailors.