Symmetric Spinnaker

A lightweight downwind sail with mirror-image luff and leech edges, normally flown with a spinnaker pole.

Either lower corner can act as tack or clew as the pole changes sides during a gybe. A halyard supports the head, while sheets and guys control the corners and pole position.

It is primarily used on broad reaches and runs, with useful angles depending on design and wind. Hoists, gybes and drops involve large, lightly controlled sail area and loaded pole gear, requiring coordinated handling.