Genoa size

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Nov 23, 2011
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Hunter H31 Kent Island Yacht Club
Does anyone know if I increase the genoa to 130% we will be able to point better?
1984 Hunter 31
Thanks
Mark
 

Rick D

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Jun 14, 2008
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Hunter Legend 40.5 Shoreline Marina Long Beach CA
If you do, it's only because your jib is new and has a good shape, not because it's a 130. In other words, no. Generally, larger overlap does not add pointing ability and at a point makes it less weatherly.

Better in my opinion to have someone who races a lot or a sailmaker take a look at your sails to see if a recut is something that might help, or if it's worth it. Rig tune also has something to do with it as does bottom condition, fixed or folding prop, etc.
 
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