As I work my way upgrading my '92 Passage I find new stuff to do every day. Our boat Gratitude sails wonderfully and is fast however I have a bit more weather helm that I would like in 15 to 18 knot breeze. So, I am thinking my original 1992 sails might be a bit stretched and the "pocket" has moved aft which of course would contribute to the helm. So now I am pondering new sails. I don't race but I do like to move and I like good performance. If I decide on new sails I will most likely remove the Dutchman system and go to a modified lazy jack kind of system. So, the advice I need is "same old sails or new"?
Of course in the back of my mind is that the main is apparently fine now but being 22 years old when I go cruising does the sail stand the chance of catastrophic failure....or is that thought just rationalization?
Thanks for your thoughts!!
Of course in the back of my mind is that the main is apparently fine now but being 22 years old when I go cruising does the sail stand the chance of catastrophic failure....or is that thought just rationalization?
Thanks for your thoughts!!