You'll find features in a LEE SAIL that are specifically included to extend its life: reinforced batten pockets; fiberglass battens; leech line; tack and clew with leather chafe guards; sail numbers and class insignia; tell tales; leather encased, hand-sewn aluminum internal headboard and triple stitched with 6-points zigzag seams when required; stainless steel, heavy duty cringles; reinforced stress points.