[Public-List] Public-List Digest, Vol 3669, Issue 1
Wehicks
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Wed Jul 4 05:00:20 PDT 2018
Can I get pictures of this set up?
Walter.
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> On Jul 4, 2018, at 4:20 AM, Jonathan Bresler via Public-List <public-list at lists.alberg30.org> wrote:
>
> For me personally, the greatest advantage of the roller furler, is that i
> can furl the sail in about one minute by pulling on a single line.
> This means that i can depower the boat greatly very quickly, should the
> need arise.
> When I single hand, I can put the boat away much faster.
>
> Flaking a jib by myself requires a lot more time and effort.
> Less effort spent putting the boat away means more time and effort spent
> sailing.
>
> For racers in classes that allow it, one can raise a second jib in the
> other slot of the furler before lowering the jib that was being used
> previously.
> As a result, the boat is never without a jib providing power and balancing
> the helm.
> In order to do this, one has to hoist the jibs without using the top swivel.
>
> Jonathan
>
> On Wed, Jul 4, 2018 at 12:07 AM, americo silva via Public-List <
> public-list at lists.alberg30.org> wrote:
>
>> I also am new to sailing and would like some explanation as to what the
>> purpose of a roller furller is if not to roll it up when wind pipes up
>> if replacing the sail with a smaller one is what is called for then I think
>> hank on would be better than trying to switch roller furling sails
>>
>>
>> On Tue, Jul 3, 2018 at 9:29 AM Daniel Swords via Public-List <
>> public-list at lists.alberg30.org> wrote:
>>
>>> I live in Mandeville Louisiana and also sail my Alberg 30 on Lake
>>> Pontchartrain (I did not know there was another A30 in this area). I
>>> currently have a 135 genoa. For me that is too large and when I replace
>> it
>>> it will be with a 120 genoa (but I don’t race and am in no great hurry to
>>> get anywhere). Despite what others say about not being able to use a
>> furler
>>> for reefing I find that I can furle my genoa about 10% and the sail still
>>> will maintain a good shape. Beyond that 10% (which isn’t a lot) it
>> looses
>>> its shape and looks embarrassing. I also disagree that that places
>> damaging
>>> strains on the sail but that is just my opinion, I am sure others know
>> much
>>> more than me. I would however love to have someone demonstrate to me how
>>> they leave the cockpit, go to the bow of the boat, drop and stow a 150
>>> genoa and replace it with a smaller sail in 15+ knots of wind while
>> sailing
>>> singlehanded. Hard enough to do with a hank on jib. I simply can not do
>> it.
>>> Of course, it would be nice if the winds were always steady enough that I
>>> could select my headsail and reef my main in my slip, but that is not the
>>> case on Lake Pontchartrain.
>>> When I am sailing and decide I need to reef my sails I first generally
>> put
>>> one reef in the main, if the wind continues to increase my next step is
>> to
>>> roller furle my genoa about 10% (makes it about a 120 genoa), my third
>> step
>>> is a second reef in the main, after that I furle the jib to about the
>> size
>>> of a storm jib because I find that my boat doesn’t sail very well on just
>>> the double reefed main and even a tiny bit of jib makes an improvement.
>>> Beyond that I hove to.
>>>
>>> Pardon my including the entire digest in this reply, I can not figure out
>>> a way not to. Daniel SwordsSolitude #525
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>>> Today's Topics:
>>>
>>> 1. New sails (Marcelo D. Gentinetta)
>>> 2. Re: New sails (Michael Connolly)
>>> 3. Re: New sails (Jonathan Bresler)
>>> 4. Re: New sails (Gordon Laco)
>>> 5. Re: New sails (Marcelo D. Gentinetta)
>>>
>>>
>>> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 1
>>> Date: Mon, 2 Jul 2018 20:18:05 -0500
>>> From: "Marcelo D. Gentinetta" <vanguard64 at cox.net>
>>> To: Alberg 30 Public List -- open to all
>>> <public-list at lists.alberg30.org>
>>> Subject: [Public-List] New sails
>>> Message-ID: <42227BC8-C51A-42C4-9122-D026533294A4 at cox.net>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
>>>
>>> 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 Alegr?a
>>>
>>> ------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 2
>>> Date: Tue, 3 Jul 2018 01:43:14 +0000 (UTC)
>>> From: Michael Connolly <crufone at comcast.net>
>>> To: Alberg 30 Public List -- open to all
>>> <public-list at lists.alberg30.org>
>>> Subject: Re: [Public-List] New sails
>>> Message-ID:
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>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
>>>
>>> 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>
>>>
>>> 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 Alegr?a
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>>>
>>> ------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 3
>>> Date: Tue, 3 Jul 2018 05:35:15 -0400
>>> From: Jonathan Bresler <262alberg30 at gmail.com>
>>> To: Alberg 30 Public List -- open to all
>>> <public-list at lists.alberg30.org>
>>> Subject: Re: [Public-List] New sails
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>>>
>>> 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>
>>>>
>>>> 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 Alegr?a
>>>> _______________________________________________
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>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> --
>>> Jonathan M Bresler
>>> S/V Constance Alberg 30 #262
>>> Annapolis/Eastport MD
>>>
>>>
>>> ------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 4
>>> Date: Tue, 3 Jul 2018 08:01:05 -0400
>>> From: Gordon Laco <mainstay at csolve.net>
>>> To: Alberg 30 Public List -- open to all
>>> <public-list at lists.alberg30.org>
>>> Subject: Re: [Public-List] New sails
>>> Message-ID: <A5B0FA11-089A-483B-831D-F472FB520BB6 at csolve.net>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
>>>
>>> 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>
>>>>>
>>>>> 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 Alegr?a
>>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>>> These businesses support your Association:
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>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> --
>>>> Jonathan M Bresler
>>>> S/V Constance Alberg 30 #262
>>>> Annapolis/Eastport MD
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>>>
>>>
>>> ------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 5
>>> Date: Tue, 3 Jul 2018 07:18:05 -0500
>>> From: "Marcelo D. Gentinetta" <vanguard64 at cox.net>
>>> To: Alberg 30 Public List -- open to all
>>> <public-list at lists.alberg30.org>
>>> Subject: Re: [Public-List] New sails
>>> Message-ID: <92C84D1D-984D-4D3C-895B-0076BCBA7837 at cox.net>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
>>>
>>> Thanks for all the good input. This of course generates more questions.
>>> 1. Don mentions sailing with just the 135% out in winds over 25k. My
>>> understanding of this is that this arrangement places more stress on the
>>> mast due to pumping of the rig. Is this a fallacy?
>>> 2. My present main has jacklines at the luff to accommodate reefing and
>>> also to offset the tack aft. Is this the standard arrangement or are
>> there
>>> other ways to achieve the same purpose?
>>> 3. So if I refrain from using the furler to reduce headsail size which I
>>> understand may damage the sail, what is the best order of sail reduction
>>> and still maintain balance? Main 1st reef, 2nd reef, headsail only?
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>> On Jul 3, 2018, at 7:01 AM, Gordon Laco via Public-List <
>>> public-list at lists.alberg30.org> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> 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>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> 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 Alegr?a
>>>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>>>> These businesses support your Association:
>>>>>> http://www.alberg30.org/store/A30supporters.html
>>>>>> Please support them.
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