First 47.7 Racing Sails?

[Jon Halbert]

I need some advice on the selection of racing sails. I'd love to talk to someone regarding sail makers as well as size.

 

[cmartinez@mail.com]

Sails for 47.7

I don't have specific advice, other than to really speak to other sailors and riggers about the level of service from specific sailmakers in your area. I have North Marathon 3DL sails on my boat, and I have to confess that it has been a frustrating experience for me (too many issues to explain here), despite initial promises of good service. When I tell others about my problems, they do not seem surprised. Talk to other racers and ask them if they are happy with the level of service from their sailmaker. One specific issue I had with my sails was the attachment of the mainsail to the mast. Plastic slugs did not work. They were ripped out at every jibe, not matter how controlled. I now have a Harken Batt-car system. Works great, but I wish my sailmaker would have listened sooner and realized that the sail is too powerful for a slide system. A batt-car type system is probably necessary.

 

[Jeff Taylor aka Capn' Nemo]

Sails for 47.7

Jon, I used UK in Annapolis for the new sail for Vixen (45f5) My main is loose footed and a tape drive/kevlar sail. It's shape is great, the top two battons are full and the lower two are partial. I use a RF 150 tape drive/mylar for cruising and racing when the wind is 12 to 18 true. I have atape drive/ kevlar for ver light air, 0 to 12 true that's a 155 and a 100% blade that is kevlar (off another 45f5). Spinnakers come this season. there is a 47.7 in Annapolis that they can measure. UK-annapolis is owned by Scott Allen, who still races professionally. you can email him at Sailfish11@AOL.com

 

[Jeff Taylor aka Capn' Nemo]

47.7 sails

Jon,Feel free to call me off the list at 717-576-6622

 

[Tim S.]

Sails

Do some research, all the top name sailmakers can provide you with a good set of sails. Ask other racing sailors about their sails and experiences, then sort out the sailors that always go cheap, misery loves company. Go and talk with the sailmakers, after all, you are going to make a substantial investment, and you should feel comfortable with your sail consultant.Tell the sailmaker what your sailing program is, what regattas you plan on racing, the experience level of your crew and last but not least, your budget.It's like going to the doctor, if you don't tell him what's wrong, he can't give you a proper prescription.Then, ask the consultant for references of customers with boats in your size range.There are alot of good options out there, and it's up to you to seek out professional help.