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Author:  prgraham [ Sun Sep 20, 2015 10:05 am ]
Post subject:  Wings: mesh or vinyl?
Hi all,
Another season coming to a close here in New Jersey and I know the material on my wings will need replacing before next year. It's a gray mesh currently but I'm wondering if I should switch to Vinyl (more comfortable on rear end maybe?) or stick with mesh. Love any opinions.
Author:  raisehull [ Sun Sep 20, 2015 5:28 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Wings: mesh or vinyl?
once the vinyl is worn out the wings are shot. you should just sell me what is left. :D
i would think mesh would be preferable, as it would dry faster and hold less water. maybe it doesn't last as long?
Author:  prgraham [ Sun Sep 20, 2015 5:46 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Wings: mesh or vinyl?
Thanks for that. Yea have to say moved from a 16 to 18sx a few years ago and those wings make all the difference!

Good point on vinyl holding water. That would likely make righting a little more difficult too. Mesh it is!
Author:  raisehull [ Sun Sep 20, 2015 8:55 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Wings: mesh or vinyl?
i doubt mesh would change things much during a righting maneuver. the holding water part i spoke of, i meant while you are sitting on the things.
Author:  speed633 [ Mon Sep 21, 2015 8:49 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Wings: mesh or vinyl?
Vinyl might hold up a little better, but mesh dries a lot faster. The 18 tends to toss a lot of water on the wings (at speed) so I prefer mesh.

More importantly though, get cup holders. 3 per side is a good number.

Joe
Author:  raisehull [ Mon Sep 21, 2015 7:10 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Wings: mesh or vinyl?
YES! priorities here.
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