Genoa track on a 23.5

[Rich Riesmeyer]

Has anyone installed genoa tracks on a 23.5? I'm looking for suggestions on how best to position the tracks on the cabin top. We use a roller furling if that matters. Thanks.Rich

 

[dave b]

why

For give Me, but doesnt the stock ones work?The only thing I changed was to add some cleats to helphold the jib sheet. the boat points well as is. please explain.Thank you.Dave B.

 

[Sean Coerse]

Because

If the 23.5 and the 240 came with a small section of track so that the block could be moved forward and aft it would allow folks with a further to maintain a better sheeting angle when sailing with a partial furl in the jib. Some might try to add a larger headsail. I can't see doing this unless you always sail in very very very light winds. The standard 110 holds its own with the large mainsail.

 

[Dave B.]

Now I see

Thank You, Now I see what you mean.I only have the stock sail.Have a nice Day!!

 

[Steven Gautney]

Also interested in Genoa tracks....

Against the advise of Dave Condon and others I have put a 135% genoa on my 23.5. It makes an incredible performance jump over the 110% stock jib. It is pure hell to handle in stronger breezes. The asymetrical spinnaker is a better choice to use in lighter wind. My issue is the need to tack frequently in the relatively narrow lakes(river) I routinely sail in. I have mounted Harkin carbo-cam blocks on the stantions near the winches but the sheeting angle is still not ideal. Sheets run outside the shrouds and lifeline as opposed to the stock 110% that is sheeted to fixed blocks on the deck (inside the shrouds and lifelines. . . .Let me know if there is a good way to mount tracks.. .