[Public-list] Alberg 30 sail choice

[Melissa Currier]

Because of the way the boat is balanced, you will be able to point much
better with the main reefed and a larger headsail.  If you like reaching
back and forth and not really going anywhere upwind, go with what you
have...


> I have a question about sail choice in different wind conditions. I have a
> 130% that has been cut down a bunch so I really don't know what it really
> is. I've also sailed with a 110% and I like the simplicity of the 110.
>
> I am on the Texas coast and it blows 15-25  most of the time. I 've
> noticed that many of you talk more about reefing the main before going to
> a smaller head sail.
>
> I guess what I am looking for are some general guidelines as to what
> headsail choice I should consider because I am getting ready to purchase a
> new head sail. I'm debating between a new 130% or a 110%. It will be on a
> furler and easily reefed.
>
> I realize that the Alberg 30 is a masthead , low aspect ratio , rig. I
> believe that most of the power comes from the head sail on a mast head rig
> but the main is large as well.
>
> Thanks, Tim Erwin  SONSY # 200  Rockport, Texas
>
>
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