Hydranet Radial

From the Ullman Voyager Series

Lapworth 62 Aorangi (now Titania)

The last sails a yacht will ever need?

Hydra Net Radial is a cloth manufactured by Dimension Polyant that has revolutionized sail cloth expectations in terms of durability and ruggedness. The magic in the cloth is found in the extremely high share of Spectra and dyneema (Ultra-PE) fibers in the (horizontal) warp direction.

The composition of Hydra Net® radial utilises a tightly woven polyester base and ripstop of Ultra-PE leading to a higher tear strength and is without doubt simply stronger over the extended life of the sail than any woven polyester. When combined with a tri-radial panel layout, the result is unmatched, best in the world shape retention. The applied UVi® coating extends the service life and additionally protects against mildew growth.

Radial Hydranet stands in it’s own league as the best option for large cruising yachts who want to stick with a woven cloth. Although it is one of the most expensive cloth options, the cost is offset by the unbelievable durability it provides, these are often the last sails a boat will ever need.

Spirit 50 Serendipitous sporting a Hydranet Main and Code Zero Silver cloth also by Dimension Polyant.

Our Hydranet customers have; done multiple circumnavigations and ocean races on the same set of sails, cruised the Northwest Passage, done serious heavy water ocean racing, and even used Hydranet as a beautiful lifelong lasting daysailing option.

Hydra Net® radial is now manufactured with bio-based Dyneema® and is 100% climate neutral. It is Dimension’s first sailcloth that carries our cleenTEC® seal for eco-friendly materials. The new bio-based Dyneema® fibers offer identical performance to the classic Dyneema® but are much better for our planet.

Spirit 50 Serendipitous

Strength in the Details

  • Radial-point style patching with inside layer for FiberPath products
  • Gore® Tenara® thread used on all seaming and UV covers
  • Reinforcing patches for hanks and slides
  • Stainless steel rings with Spectra/Dyneema backup webbing
  • Multiple rows of triple-step stitching on every seam
  • Additional reinforcements at each hank or slide
  • Aluminum headboards with stainless steel liners
  • Draft stripes
  • Telltales
  • Reinforced batten pockets
  • Vinylester battens
  • Hanks or slides

Available Upgrades

  • Effortless hoist and douse with Antal 2022 platinum luff system
  • Use 100% Gore® Tenara® thread stitching
  • Leather finishing on corners
  • Anti-mildew treatment
  • Additional reefs for mainsails
  • Foam luff for headsails
  • U.V. covers/treatment for furling sails
  • Sail numbers
  • Full-length battens

Bruckman 50 Volunteer — Hydranet exceeds the specifications of other wovens and many laminates, reaching radial design targets previously only possible with laminates. The smart construction is a breathable platform, retaining less moisture mildew growth is nearly eliminated.
Installing a main for the Northwest Passage
Northwest Passage ready on the front end