Vic, sounds about right to me.
I like to sail my 272 with 10-15 degrees of heel, but there are times when 20 degrees works well. I normally adjust the sail area and attack angle to keep it comfortable. We'd probably both agree that the 272 is a little tender until she reaches about 15-20 degrees of heel. My headsail is a 155% roller-furled jenny and the main is fully-battened with a moderate roach. With the headsail full, she wants to round up at 20 degrees of heel which usually means a pretty good breeze. Normally I crank in some of the jenny first and move the mainsail track to leeward to bring her back on her feet. If it is still uncomfortable I go to the first set of reef points on the main and take up some more of the jenny. Never have used the second set of reef points. A steady 20 degrees of heel is exhiliarating with an experienced crew and a steady wind. If it is gusty or if I'm single-handing, I go the safe route and reduce sail to straighten her up to 10-15 degrees. Do I sail any faster at 20 degrees of heel? Probably not, but it feels so goooooood!! Whaddayathink? Tom
