H260 speed capability

[Jeff Gray]

Fellow 260 owners... just looking to get some comparative datapoint. In a steady 8-10 knots of wind, what kind of speeds can you reach on various points of sail? I was getting to 4.5 knots on a beam - close reach, and 3.5 or so on Run - broad reach. I’m thinking I should be able to do better than that, but am curious what others are achieving.

Thanks,
Jeff

 

[JimInPB]

How much gear do you have aboard the boat? Is she loaded heavily?

 

[Jeff Gray]

I’d say not heavily loaded. We had 4 ppl aboard, an ice chest with some drinks. Beyond that, just the stuff that’s part of the boat. Fresh water tank empty.

 

[Jeff Gray]

Also stock/original H260 sails. Main and jib only.

 

[JimInPB]

I haven't sailed a 260 myself, but I have raced PHRF against one. Your boat should be able to go faster than that unless your sails are really shot.

 

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[Jeff Gray]

Did much better today on our next trip . . . 5 knots on the gauge without a whitecap in sight. Still think we can do better!