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Before Launching:
* Check that the drain
plug on the deck is
tightly in place and the
automatic bailer cap is
closed.
* Depending on the
depth of the water,
begin to slide the
daggerboard into the
trunk and lower the
rudder (lower both
down as much as the
water permits. Once
you are in deep enough
water lower
completely).
* Wear your life jacket
* Make sure that you
are wearing the
appropriate clothing
for the conditions that
you are sailing in
* Be sure to check the
weather report before
going sailing.
* Stay hydrated and
bring plenty of water
* Wear plenty of
sunscreen
De-rigging:
When you approach shallow water, begin to pull up the daggerboard as much as possible without
obstructing the boom and kick up the rudder. After hopping out of the boat, detach the mainsheet
shackle from the bridle line. Remove the daggerboard and place it in the cockpit. It is suggested to
rinse your boat and sails with fresh water especially if you are sailing in salt water. It is also suggested
to allow the sail to dry before rolling. After drying, pull the sail out taught and roll it up against the
booms securing both the sails and booms to the deck with the mainsheet.
It is highly suggested to purchase covers for both the hull and blades in order to protect your boat from
natural elements. A wide variety of accessories are available for purchase through your local Vanguard
dealer.
Sail Care:
It is important to take proper care of your sail in order for it to last longer and perform to the standard
that they were designed for. Follow these simple tips to help extend the life of your sail.
1. If you are sailing in salt water, be sure to rinse out your sail with fresh water after every use.
Dacron sails do not absorb water or salt but the salt will dry on the sail making them stiff. The salt in
humid weather can attract moisture that may lead to mildew on your sail.
2. To wash your sail, NEVER machine wash them. Doing so will damage the material as well as remove
the finish of the sail. If your sail becomes dirty, clean it with a mild dish detergent and rinse with fresh
water. Do not bleach or use other harsh chemicals on the sail for they can also ruin the finish,
decreasing the life of the sail. It is not recommended to store your sail wet, doing so is an invitation
for mildew to grow.
3. It is not recommended to dry your sail in the sun because other then when in use, over exposure of
UV rays will slowly break down the material of the sail. Be aware of the surface that you are drying your
sail on as asphalt and other parking lot surfaces are very abrasive to the sail material and may contain
chemicals (i. e. oil) that can damage the sail. Avoid unnecessary flogging for it will greatly reduce the
life of the sail.
4. Rolling your sail is highly recommended. Crumpling a sail will crack the finish of the material which
quickly reduces the life of the sail. Purchasing a Sunfish sail and spar bag is highly recommended and
are available through your local dealer.
5. Make sure to regularly inspect your sail for loose or torn stitching or small tears in the cloth. Have
any stitching or tears repaired by a local sailmaker before they become more of a problem.
SEITECH dollies are the easy-to-use, light-weight, small boat transportation
solution. The Sunfish dolly has been designed specifically to fit and support
the shape of the hull. SEITECH dollies allow you to spend less time getting
your boat to and from the water and more time on the water.
Sunfish Class Association
For more information and to link to Sunfish
sailors around the world,
join the Sunfish Class Association.
www.sunfishclass.org
Vanguard equips our Sunfish with the highest quality parts available from the top suppliers. We partner
with key suppliers such as English Braids, North Sails and Harken to develop top of the line dinghy
equipment so your boat will perform at the highest level with the factory supplied rope, sails, and
hardware. Shop at an authorized Vanguard Dealer to be sure you are getting genuine Vanguard parts and
accessories. Visit www.teamvanguard.com to find your local dealer.
www.seitech.com
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