OK, by the PHRF these two boats are pretty close. I have the fully battened main which helps me point higher, but I believe the 309's underwater configuration (prop right up against the hull with no strut) is a little cleaner. I remember reading somewhere that the 7/8 fractional rig provides an advantage, that should help offset the reduced performance of the furling main.
What are folks thoughts on this? Last race I was back and forth with a 309 and only through old age (which brings with it wisdom and patience), treachery (I beat him to a mark and cut him off) and some good guesses for conditions (more experience with the tide and wind patterns) did I come out victorious - again. How do I make this a regular practice?
What are folks thoughts on this? Last race I was back and forth with a 309 and only through old age (which brings with it wisdom and patience), treachery (I beat him to a mark and cut him off) and some good guesses for conditions (more experience with the tide and wind patterns) did I come out victorious - again. How do I make this a regular practice?