Sail handling is easier … once it is place.Ģb. Additionally, the cost for furler with all the “bits and pieces” really starts adding up, plus the torsion line for the sail.Ģa. One of the main problems is the anchor is in the way and a work-around starts getting messy. A bowsprit is not really an option - much more expense to do it properly and it takes time to figure something out. The tack would most likely have to be very near the tip of the bow. This route presents may problems because of the furler tack system. Major options:įree-flying sail with dousing sock or snuffer, This year’s plan is to pick up a Code 0 but the decision about what to get isn’t an easy one. Also, the spinnaker hasn’t been flown in several years now because it’s a workload to deal with the pole when there is constant changes in wind conditions and it’s a handful to do a takedown, especially if the wind catches it. I mention this because changing the 110 jib has become more work over the years. The main and the 110 jib are in excellent shape and condition and both one fabric weight heavier than OEM. We’re both up in the years and don’t know how much longer boating will be in our future, maybe this year, next year, but probably not beyond that, so looking for the short term.Ĭurrent sails include the main, 110 jib, 150 jib, and a symmetrical spinnaker. Headstay length = ~ 43.8ftĭon’t race and do cruising in Northwest waters, double-handed with wife. The boat is a Hunter 35 with I = 42 and J = 12ft 2ins. Looking to get a Code 0 (Code Zero) for the boat this season but having a dilemma deciding which way to go.
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