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| Author: | mainsul [ Wed Mar 10, 2010 11:54 am ] |
| Post subject: | Best sail cloth weight |
I am looking to purchase a new main for my 16 from a friend. The sail is new but a few years old and never used. It is made by Whirlwind sails. He does not know if the material is 4 or 5 oz and I don't know what the advantage would be for either. I mostly sail on protected waters and I do not plan on racing so that is not a issue. I do want a good sail and one that will last. I am on the East Coast and I really only use the boat 10 times a year in winds up to 15 knots or so, Although I do have the occasional capsize and heavier wind sailing days. Is there a easy way to tell what weight the material is and should I avoid it if its one or the other? Thanks |
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| Author: | Skipshot [ Wed Mar 10, 2010 2:30 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Best sail cloth weight |
Chip at Whirlwind is a well respected sailmaker, and considering the amount and kind of sailing you do then your friend's sail will be just fine for you, regardless of cloth weight. |
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| Author: | The Dog [ Wed Mar 10, 2010 5:08 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Best sail cloth weight |
Because of the loads on cat sails (racing or not), heavier cloth is better. |
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| Author: | mmiller [ Thu Mar 11, 2010 9:55 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Best sail cloth weight |
Whirlwind uses the lighter weight cloth for cost savings (they show 4 and 5 oz available... the 5 oz listed is nearly $200 more for a sail). Hobie Cat uses 5.6 oz. |
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