Opinions on headsails - Capri 22 WK

Jul 28, 2016
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So, I am just starting season 2 with my Capri 22 WK with standard rig. Pretty much club racing in a PHRF fleet, with a little day-sailing thrown in. It's an '89 model with hank-on sails, and I plan to keep it that way.

I bought a new mainsail when I purchased the boat. Next on the list in headsails. I have an older tape-drive #1, and the original jib that came with the boat. The genoa is still a triangle, but the shape leaves a lot to be desired. The jib is well-used, and has a very high clew, making proper sail trim about impossible given the OEM inboard and outboard track locations.

I have budget for one sail this year. As the boat is tender and easily overpowered, it seems that 150% genoa might be less useful than a 135% - saving my older #1 for really light air days until I have more budget. Or I could replace the jib with a 110%, and again wait to replace or augment by current 150%. So, thoughts? Anyone trying to sell some gently used headsails for a WK standard rig?

Thanks in advance.