Howdy. I'm sailing on the Oregon coast where strong winds are common. My boat came with the standard 105%jib and 2-reef main, and I figure I should get a smaller jib and probably a storm sail just in case. Ideally I'd get new made for the boat but I'm trying to work on a budget.
I don't have much experience in heavy air but my internet research says I need a #3 or #4 jib in the 65%-85% range. Does this sound right for 25-35k winds? Can I use one from a smaller boat if the measurement seem about right? Or will the fabric be too light coming off a smaller boat?
I don't see many listing for storm jibs so I may be stuck buying new. At least they're less expensive.
I could also use a light-air sail, but I'm more worried about heavy air first. Any advice?
I don't have much experience in heavy air but my internet research says I need a #3 or #4 jib in the 65%-85% range. Does this sound right for 25-35k winds? Can I use one from a smaller boat if the measurement seem about right? Or will the fabric be too light coming off a smaller boat?
I don't see many listing for storm jibs so I may be stuck buying new. At least they're less expensive.
I could also use a light-air sail, but I'm more worried about heavy air first. Any advice?