[Alberg30] New Sail 2

[Mike Lehman]

My main is 14 years old and still has good shape. If you planned to race an A30 competitively, I think you would be looking at new headsails every 2-3 years. The main last much longer. For cruising, I think you can expect 10 years of good service, provided you use them within their designed wind range. Most boats that I know with laminated sails, non-Albergs, are buying new sails more frequently, but they are racers.
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Dave Terrell 
  To: public-list at alberg30.org 
  Sent: Monday, October 13, 2003 3:12 PM
  Subject: RE: [Alberg30] New Sail 2


  Thanks - I am sure that it is not class legal for racing. I do not 
  intend to race the boat except maybe in PHRF and that is unlikely. While
  I do not intend to sell the boat, I know it always important to think of
  the next owner when one makes changes. 

  the question is and I  think many people could give me some insight, if
  I get dacron sails from Haarstick, for example, how long will they
  likely retain their shape. I would like to purchase a set of sails that
  will really last and vectran will do this but not inexpensively. Any
  thoughts would be much appreciated? I know we have a lot of experience
  with this issue. any input will help me sort this question out.

  >>> larmor at myexcel.com 10/13/03 03:04PM >>>
  Dave,

  Beware Vectran may not be class legal for one design racing.  I think
  Dacron is still your best bet for a boat this size.


  Larry Morris
  Solstice #501


  -----Original Message-----
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  [mailto:public-list-bounces at alberg30.org] On Behalf Of Dave Terrell
  Sent: Monday, October 06, 2003 2:08 PM
  To: public-list at alberg30.org 
  Subject: [Alberg30] New Sail 2

  two things

  1. I just talked with Doug at Haarstick and  he told me that the
  strong
  system is made for internal as well as external mast tracks.
  Haarstick's
  approach to quality control and quote are impressive.

  2. a question: has anyone in our group purchased vectran sails from 
  Hood Sails? Practical Sailor said some very interesting things about
  them in their current edition - hence the question.

  I am eager to hear what experiences any of us may have had with Hood
  sails.
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