If you call those sails high aspect ratio then you have no clue.

http://ctr.stanford.edu/ResBriefs02/crook2.pdf

http://www.jefraskin.com/forjef2/jef...ard_sails.html

Keep in mind that the rig shown in the original post will always be close hauled
as speed because of the apparent wind generated by the high speeds.

A taller sail than shown that has a more rounded head will be more
efficient than the ones shown. Guaranteed.

CN



"Thom Stewart" wrote in message ...
Die Fledermaus

Is a Famous Straus Waltz. It's translation I do believe, is the;

The Flying Mouse Which means "BAT"

Now that, we cleared up High Aspect & Fledermaus, I can get back to my
coffee

Ole Thom