[Public-List] New sails

[Gordon Laco]

I agree completely… 

You should still change sails as required as you did before… but it will be easier and quicker than with hanks.  I’d suggest a 150 for everyday, and a smaller sail for heavier air is a good combination.

Gordon Laco
#426 Surprise




> On Jul 3, 2018, at 5:35 AM, Jonathan Bresler via Public-List <public-list at lists.alberg30.org> wrote:
> 
> Marcelo,
> 
> Suggest not using the furler for reefing.  Even with foam in the luff, the
> sail does not set near as well as it does when fully deployed.  The
> stresses placed on the sail by the higher wind speeds fall at locations
> that are not designed to handle them....no tack and head patches increasing
> the thickness of the sail from single ply to two, three or more.
> 
> Would suggest removing the larger sail from the furler and sliding a
> smaller one up the slot in higher winds.  This is what I will be doing,
> once i purchase a smaller headsail.
> 
> Agree with you fully regarding the convenience of a headsail furler.  I
> singlehand a lot, folding a sail alone is a real hassle.  Would be tempted
> to sail less if I had to do so regularly.
> 
> Jonathan
> 
> On Mon, Jul 2, 2018 at 9:43 PM, Michael Connolly via Public-List <
> public-list at lists.alberg30.org> wrote:
> 
>> Marcelo,
>> My first reaction is option number 3. Bend on the 150 when you know it is
>> going to be light, i.e., summer time. What type of sailing do you do? Any
>> racing? Daysailing mostly?
>> The main would be good to have two reef points. If only one reef make it a
>> hefty one, like half way between what would be a first and second reef. If
>> you plan to have a loose footed main or a shelf in the foot fashion a
>> decent outhaul that can be employed on any point of sail.
>> BTW I dislike using the headsail furler for reefing. While your Vanguard
>> sail selection might be considered antiquated by todays standards I like
>> that style.
>> Happy sailing,
>> Michael #133
>> 
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> 
>> From: "Marcelo D. Gentinetta via Public-List" <public-list at lists.alberg30.
>> org>
>> To: "Alberg 30 Public List -- open to all" <public-list at lists.alberg30.org>
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>> Cc: "Marcelo D. Gentinetta" <vanguard64 at cox.net>
>> Sent: Monday, July 2, 2018 9:18:05 PM
>> Subject: [Public-List] New sails
>> 
>> Greetings from New Orleans.
>> I would like to field different opinions on the subject of sails,
>> specifically furler headsail size. I have started sailing my A30 just in
>> the last month after 1year spent refitting her. I bought her with a 10y old
>> mainsail that needs replacement and a 7y old 150% genoa (very good
>> condition but no foam in luff) on a Profurl furler. On my previous boat,
>> Pearson Vanguard, I had hank on headsails. So, I had a 90% jib, 125% and
>> 150% genoas and I would select them accordingly. Now, aside from seeing the
>> real convenience of a headsail furler, I find myself questioning what size
>> headsail would best fit most conditions encountered here throughout the
>> year. I am also planning on purchasing a new main but that is pretty
>> straightforward. Summer winds here are between 5-12k and then they pick up
>> in the fall, winter and spring. As fronts move in, we’ll go out in 15-20k
>> gusting to 25k. Over 25k we’ll usually stay in port. So here are some
>> options I have been toiling with.
>> 1. New main plus my present 150% genoa with added foam pad in the luff for
>> better shape when partially furled.
>> 2. New main plus a 125% genoa with foam pad luff “fall/winter sail” and
>> keep the 150% as is for summer use.
>> 3. New main plus 135-140% genoa with foam pad luff and keep the 150% as
>> spare.
>> 
>> I appreciate your input. Hopefully, it won’t be as contentious as anchor
>> selection.
>> Marcelo
>> #441 Alegría
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