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Capt. Rob Capt. Rob is offline
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Default New SAILS Update!


With your light wind conditions why do you want to cut it down anyway?



We've found the main on the 35s5 even more powerful than anticipated.
We had been told that the 35s5 sailed well under main alone, but I
really felt this was for heavier air. In practice, even with 10-12
knots she does great under her main. Pop the 110% and she flies. Come
too close to 18 and it's the 1st reef.
Now, with all that in mind I expect we'll find the boat quite fast and
fun with these hi tech sails. 125% will be plenty. Remember....we're
not racing and just bopping around out there with a Thomas, who won't
be 3 until next September.


RB
35s5
NY