On Mon, 12 Apr 2004 22:06:57 -0400, "Jeff Morris"
wrote:

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And, its a horrible sailor. I haven't seen a PHRF number for the 26M, but on
the mac boards you'll see comments of rating the 26X at somewhere between 280
and 300. And this is for lake racing - imagine how slow it is "75 miles
offshore." You're thinking its safe to venture that far out because you can
scoot in at 20 knots. However, if you get a nasty chop you could end up
spending all night trying to get back.

I was wondering about the PHRF numbers. Do you think they are really
indicative of the slowness of the boat or is more a statement of just
how inexperienced Mac sailors are? I guess we will never know,
because anyone who actually knows how to sail wouldn't be found on a
Mac, but it is something to think about.