[Alberg30] New Sail 2

[John Birch]

Be aware that, to my knowledge, a boat raced in PHRF can be protested for
using equipment that is not class legal - even though the boat is being
raced on rating. As a PHRF rater explained to me, the boat's handicap level
is determined by crunching the performance of as many boats of her class as
can be found. If those values are determined based on class parameters,
grounds may exist for a valid protest for a boat which is materially
altered. Exotic sails may qualify as a material change (no pun intended).
Only a protest rulings and an appeal to the national authority would clearly
define the issue.

Personally, I think it's ethically questionable to alter a boat
substantially from it's Class and/or Rating Rules - whether one is caught on
it is irrelevant. Other's may disagree - I am certainly not making any
aspersions on anyone else - please do not take it so.

And Dacron lasts and lasts ....

Just suggestions - besides - I hate protests - which like taxes are
necessary - but hopefully in small quantities ; ).

Cheers,

John

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Dave Terrell" <DTERRELL at message.nmc.edu>
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-----
> From: public-list-bounces at alberg30.org
> [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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