Here are some frequently asked questions about the role of sailcloth and the choices you can make. Follow the sequence through for a better understanding of Bainbridge sailcloth. What difference does the sailcloth make to me? Laminated or woven? What's the difference? What is Crimp? Should my sail be crosscut or radial? Sounds good, but not all the load can exactly follow the yarns! So, its cross cut woven for cruising and radial laminates for racing, right? What about my spinnaker? Nylon in spinnakers, polyester, Twaron, Spectra, why so many types of fiber? So, sailcloth really does make a difference? Also see our Glossary which explains most of the common terms used in describing sailcloth.