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Default Sail Trim Question

On Sat, 26 Sep 2009 22:31:05 -0500, sherwin dubren
wrote:

I recollect sending them a copy of the original sail plan from
Westerly Marine, so it should have fit the boat.


It is almost impossible to make a sail that fits exactly without
taking actual measurements. Have you tried raking your mast further
aft by lengthening the headstay and tightening the backstay? If you
have dual lower shrouds you will need to adjust them also. Many boats
actually sail better with a little aft rake, and it may make your sail
fit properly. Racing boats frequently rake the mast aft for light
air and bring it back forward when the wind is blowing harder.