Jib Battens too short.

I just bought a H16 and today while replacing the batten ties in the jib I noticed all the battens were short when you snug up on the ties the batten cap goes in the sail so that the cap barely pokes out of the pocket. I already ordered the Super Jib Battens for the boat but do not think they will arrive before the 3 day weekend and I want to sail this weekend.
Any reason this might cause damage to my sail?

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No, and it's probably the best way to deal with the stock jib battens to keep them from hanging up on the halyard.

Mine only stick out about 3/8".

it might pop through but i would think its unlikely. but you could just take the battens out of the jib just for the weekend.... you probably wouldn't even notice a difference.