I don't do any of that sort of tedious book keeping. It's a simple
matter to look at how the sails set and note the condition of the
stitching when underway and when the sail is bent on, raised or
lowered. The best time to not the shape of a sail is after a good
rain when sailing for a day or so. When the sail dries, all the wrinkles
smooth out and the sail looks primo.

CN


OzOne wrote in message ...
On Thu, 20 Jan 2005 16:40:20 -0500, Capt. Neal®
scribbled thusly:


Since I sail more months out of the year than I sit, I usually
have to buy sails every three to four years.


Cappy, do you log sail usage?

I've set up an onboard database with which I track the use of the sail
and the conditions under which it was used based on Beaufort.
It allows me to easily keep track of how much use any particular sail
has had, monitor its probable condition and with a close inspection at
regular intervals assess it's potential life and value for money.
I log any repairs required as well so I know instantly which sail to
take off the boat for repair, and which ones I should be having a
close look at for potential problems.

Saves me a huge amount of time pulling sails out to go over them each
season.

I probably should look at having a programmer put the whole thing into
an easy to use package for commercial sale...I don't think there is
anything like that around.


Oz1...of the 3 twins.

I welcome you to crackerbox palace,We've been expecting you.