I am replacing my Jib Sheets on my Catalina 27, 1988, standard rig with a 150 percent Genoa and was wondering what to replace them with? I have read alot about the New England Rope Sta-Set and Sta-Set X sheets and or course need to confirm with my fellow Catalina owners. Thanks.....
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I don't recommend sta set x for genoa sheets
If you're a cruiser I would recommend 45 ft, solid color, 3/8" samson xls or samson trophy braid. The XLS is a smooth cover double braid that has a good feel and is long lasting. The tropny braid has a spun polyester cover that gives it a soft, matte, nonslip finish. This results in outstaning handling characteristics and holding power on the winches. I like solid color sheets because they don't show dirt and are easy for everyone to identify ("Quick, pull the red rope!"} Besides, solid colors just look COOL. New Englad sta-set is your basic double braid, you have to pay extra for solid colors, though. Sta-Set X is stiff, doesn't come in solid colors and picks up dirt easily... I built a halyard with it so I could downsize and it was a Bitch to splice. It doesn't coil very well either.. I hate the stuff. There's just too many better choices that are more economical to boot. I can also recommend Yale yachtbraid or Marlow marlowbraid. New England Regatta braid is a fuzzy single braid line that you might really like also. It has a very soft hand, good gripping characteristics and is economical. If you want to save some money, order your sheets from Annapolis Performance Sailing http://apsltd.com Even though they are racing oriented they gladly help us cruisers with expert advice and recommedations. Call toll free 800 729-9767. Or... find a sailing specialy store in your area and talk to their expert.
If you're a cruiser I would recommend 45 ft, solid color, 3/8" samson xls or samson trophy braid. The XLS is a smooth cover double braid that has a good feel and is long lasting. The tropny braid has a spun polyester cover that gives it a soft, matte, nonslip finish. This results in outstaning handling characteristics and holding power on the winches. I like solid color sheets because they don't show dirt and are easy for everyone to identify ("Quick, pull the red rope!"} Besides, solid colors just look COOL. New Englad sta-set is your basic double braid, you have to pay extra for solid colors, though. Sta-Set X is stiff, doesn't come in solid colors and picks up dirt easily... I built a halyard with it so I could downsize and it was a Bitch to splice. It doesn't coil very well either.. I hate the stuff. There's just too many better choices that are more economical to boot. I can also recommend Yale yachtbraid or Marlow marlowbraid. New England Regatta braid is a fuzzy single braid line that you might really like also. It has a very soft hand, good gripping characteristics and is economical. If you want to save some money, order your sheets from Annapolis Performance Sailing http://apsltd.com Even though they are racing oriented they gladly help us cruisers with expert advice and recommedations. Call toll free 800 729-9767. Or... find a sailing specialy store in your area and talk to their expert.
Yale Cordage
I would agrree with the previous post about Sta-Set. I currently have mostly New England line on my Cat 30 and will go in a different direction next season. I have been happy with Sat-Set X for my halyards. I do not know how to splice, so I have a rigger do the work, then hoist it up the mast myself. As far as the Genny and Main Sheets, I have not been happy with Sta-Set for exactly the same reasons previously stated. Last year I was trying to replace my Furler line and contacted Yale Cordage, as this is the line that Schaeffer provides at the time of purchase. Although they make a special line for Schaeffer not offered to the public, the folks at Yale could not have been more helpful. I would like to give them my business next time because of their excellent customer service.
I would agrree with the previous post about Sta-Set. I currently have mostly New England line on my Cat 30 and will go in a different direction next season. I have been happy with Sat-Set X for my halyards. I do not know how to splice, so I have a rigger do the work, then hoist it up the mast myself. As far as the Genny and Main Sheets, I have not been happy with Sta-Set for exactly the same reasons previously stated. Last year I was trying to replace my Furler line and contacted Yale Cordage, as this is the line that Schaeffer provides at the time of purchase. Although they make a special line for Schaeffer not offered to the public, the folks at Yale could not have been more helpful. I would like to give them my business next time because of their excellent customer service.
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Thank you very much for the information! Your explaination is very helpful and has directed me in a direction where I can now buy the new sheets with confidence. Let's hear it for this site and the great people who care enought to give good sound replys. Thanks Again...
Thank you very much for the information! Your explaination is very helpful and has directed me in a direction where I can now buy the new sheets with confidence. Let's hear it for this site and the great people who care enought to give good sound replys. Thanks Again...
Annapolis Performance Sailing
Annapolis Performance Sailing....Bravo!! As recommended by Joe I placed an order for my new Genny sheets at around 12 noon, Wednesday and within 24 hours they where at my door. Granted I am only a 4 hour drive from Annapolis I just find it Great that a company can and will perform this fast these day's. Highly Recommend APS !!! Thanks for the tip Joe!!
Annapolis Performance Sailing....Bravo!! As recommended by Joe I placed an order for my new Genny sheets at around 12 noon, Wednesday and within 24 hours they where at my door. Granted I am only a 4 hour drive from Annapolis I just find it Great that a company can and will perform this fast these day's. Highly Recommend APS !!! Thanks for the tip Joe!!
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