H26 Genny

Jan 23, 2014
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Hunter H26 Peachland
Has anyone installed a Genny on a H26? If so was it worth it or should I just keep the Jib? thx
Willem van
 
Jun 8, 2004
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-na -NA Anywhere USA
You have a 110 jib lapper which in a sense is a small genoa. Due to the deck, life lines and the path of sheet lines, it is impracticle for a larger genoa. What many fail to remember that the 26/260 have a larger mainsail than normal and if you take the total area of a standard main and a full jib or 100% jib, your boat has in essence a standard main and for lack of terms a genoa size of 135 to 140% genoa.

This boat has been proven to perform better sailing flatter faster as I use to say not heeling over more than 12-14 knots thru sail control, experience in sailing, knowledge of sailing area, etc.. I suggest then an A symmetrical spinnaker for lighter air. I use to race the 26/260 extensively.