Sailing in waves is one of the most difficult skills to master, even for experienced sailors. This year on Lake Michigan has been an unusual one, with shifting wind patterns and confused seas that have made driving especially challenging. Most sailors have heard the classic advice for steering through chop: drive up into the face […]
Go behind the scenes at Evolution Sails. Learn how our design team shapes, tests, and refines every sail to balance performance, durability, and craftsmanship.
Dimension-Polyant PXB is a polyester-based laminate originally developed for upwind headsails but adapted into lighter versions for use in performance racing Code Zeros. It offers a meaningful step up in structure, stretch resistance, and tight-angle performance compared to hybrid or woven materials. PXB holds a flatter flying shape under load, making it easier to point […]
EVO 04 and EVO 06 are Technora-reinforced racing laminates developed in collaboration with Dimension-Polyant, specifically to create a lighter, stronger material optimized for high-performance Code Zeros. Built with a lighter skin and a fiber layout tailored for reaching and tight upwind angles, EVO delivers lower stretch, lighter weight, and cleaner flying shapes compared to polyester […]
E-Tech Composite is a film-on-film racing membrane, constructed fiber by fiber using a custom layout of carbon and Technora (aramid) fibers. It delivers elite-level structure, shape retention, and responsiveness under load, making it one of the most precise and efficient Code Zero materials available. Whether built for broad-reaching, tight reaching, or true J0 upwind sails, […]
Dimension-Polyant CZ Silver is a hybrid laminate that blends a woven nylon base with a Technora scrim to create a stronger, lower-stretch alternative to traditional spinnaker cloths. It’s designed for racing Code Zeros where light weight, clean furling, and improved structure over pure nylon are priorities. CZ Silver delivers better stability and pointing ability than […]
The Chicago to Mackinac Race is one of the ultimate tests of preparation, endurance, and performance. 333 miles up Lake Michigan demands more than just skill. It demands the right sails, the right setup, and a plan to handle whatever the lake throws your way. Last year’s race was a reminder of how quickly conditions […]
Expedition Composite sails are built for sailors who demand high performance with no compromises on durability. Designed on our EM2 membrane platform, Expedition uses a custom carbon and aramid fiber matrix combined with our most rugged woven Expedition taffetas to create a sail that’s as tough as it is fast. These sails are engineered to […]
Element Composite is Evolution’s flagship racing membrane, engineered to meet the demands of any sailor—from weekend racers to full grand prix campaigns. Built on the EM2 membrane platform, Element combines a custom carbon and aramid fiber matrix with integrated Lite Skin taffeta for added durability, chafe resistance, and better handling—all without compromising weight or speed. […]
Carbon Sport Lite Skin is a high-performance racing laminate from Dimension-Polyant, built for sailors who want carbon fiber shape retention with added durability. It uses the same advanced carbon/polyester fiber layout as the standard Carbon Sport film sail, with carbon handling the primary load paths and polyester supporting the secondary loads. What sets this version […]
Hi, my name is Andy Camarda, and I am the founder of 180sails.com.
I started sailing before I could walk 30 years ago, and have been working for major sailmaking brands in the industry for over 8 years.
I have been a part of a team that has won every major event in Chicago including the Chicago to Mackinac, the Verve, and the NOOD.
