[C320-list] How many years usage?

[Jon Vez]

I agree...I've held out on replacing my main as I've found a well built
genny much more effective in terms of sailing performance--particularly in
mitigating rounding up--The sail loft inspects the main every season and for
the last couple of years has said it is 'stretchy' but still functional. One
of the things I do appreciate about them (North) is they don't try to sell
me a new one by claiming the old one is shot--

BTW Adam, I agree with you on the sails being number one for sailing
performance but 1(a) would be not dragging an anchor while sailing (couldn't
resist since you brought it up :))

Regards,

Jon Vez

-----Original Message-----
From: c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com
[mailto:c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Doug Stieber
Sent: Wednesday, December 05, 2007 8:53 PM
To: C320-List
Subject: Re: [C320-list] How many years usage?

I think that it is important to distinguish between the main and the genoa.
I think that having a properly cut and functional genoa is more important.
I retired an old (1997) genoa for a Quantum sail and had my main cleaned and
repaired by Sail Care last year and I am completely happy with the results.
The new genny heads up better and is much easier to handle.

Doug Stieber
Second Chance #406

On Dec 4, 2007 10:43 PM, Adam Weiner <esquirecatering at rcn.com> wrote:

> As I have often said--good sails and good sail trim are far more
> effective then a folding prop.
>
> Adam
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com
> [mailto:c320-list-bounces at catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Jeff Church
> Sent: Tuesday, December 04, 2007 8:25 PM
> To: C320-List
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] How many years usage?
>
>
> I know guys that are using Catalina sails that are over 15 years old,
> but if you are even starting to consider a new set of sails, JUST DO IT.
> You couldn't possibly regret that decision. Old sails will still move
> the boat, but new sails are much much more fun.
>
> I put off retiring my sails until they were 8 years old. At that point
> they didn't look much the worse for wear; needed some re-stitching at
> the UV and adjustment for a shrinking bolt rope. Even so, new Doyle
> Dacron sails made an amazing difference. It isn't just that the boat is
> faster, it's also much more responsive to sail trim adjustments, it
> points better, and it heels less. OEM sails might not be totally worn
> out after 8 or 10 years, but even when new, they just aren't cut as good
> or made of materials that are anywhere near the quality of an average
> grade of sail from a decent loft.
>
> When I buy my next boat, new or used, I'm convinced that I'll
> immediately buy a new set of sails for it. Catalina should partner with
> a loft and offer new boat buyers the option of purchasing higher grade
> sails at a fairly deep discount. Beneteau uses a medium-grade Neil-Pryde
> sail, Hunter offers Doyle sails as an option.
>
> Sorry Gerry.
>
> JeffC
>  ----- Original Message -----
>  From: hcreech at comcast.net
>  To: C320-List
>  Sent: Tuesday, December 04, 2007 5:45 PM
>  Subject: Re: [C320-list] How many years usage?
>
>
>  Jerry
>  My main is still the original so it has been through 8 seasons.  It is
> currently at Quantum sails in Annapolis where it will be cleaned,
> stored, and checked for needed repairs.  I have been using Quantum since
> my original headsail disintegrated sailing to Baltimore.  I replaced it
> with a Quantum sail, that was about  four years ago. I have used Quantum
> for cleaning and storage every other year since I bought the sail.  On
> the off year both sails live in my garage.
>  Sincerely,
>  Herb Creech
>  Cloud Chaser #606
>   -------------- Original message ----------------------
>  From: "Jerry Clayton" <jsea at prodigy.net>
>  > Those of you who have replaced your original Catalina sails, how
> many years did
>  > you get out of them.
>  >
>  > Regards,
>  >
>  > Jerry Clayton
>  > #988
>
>