Used to bolster structural integrity, Kevlar is applied at the three major stress points in the hull: the forward section of the keel, which cuts through the water and bears the brunt of smacking waves; and the transom, where the engines exert considerable pressure.
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waves; and the transom, where the engines exert considerable pressure. By reinforcing these stress points, Sailfish creates a more durable boat that will perform beautifully and hold its value for many, many years to come. Underneath the deck, Sailfish uses PRISMA preform beams, which are lightweight closedcell foam beams laminated with fiberglass composite, with strips of carbon fiber added for increased strength and longevity. They are applied from port to starboard under the bottom side of the deck, much like a floor joint, to provide lasting structural support and eliminate any “spongy” feeling underfoot. (If you’ve ever walked on a boat and gotten the unnerving sense that you’re bouncing, it’s time you stepped aboard a Sailfish — you’ll never go back.)
Near the end of the Sailtech Construction process, technicians apply a felt-like material called Trevira at the top of the hull side, around the pinning flange. This high-tech material is woven with fiberglass strands, enhancing its durability. Once coated with resin and cured, it has the strength of aluminum for screw retention. In other words, anything attached via screw will hold firmly in place. Aside from the gelcoat on the outside, you’ll probably never actually see any of these components; they’re neatly hidden below the boat’s deck. Yet Sailtech Construction is, without a doubt, the secret sauce that gives a Sailfish its trustworthy quality and dependable reputation. Just like a well-built foundation, a Sailfish hull will support generations of happy memories.