[C320-list] C320 Headsails

[Denny Browne]

Without a doubt, but it depends on how you want to sail. The OEM 150
headsail isn't great though. You would be well served to speak with a local
sail loft and explain your needs to an expert who sails you waters. The
composites seem to hold their shape longer, but cost significantly more than
Dacron sails like the OEM sales. A lower cut sail is a little trickier to
furl, but will provide more power on the light air days. It's also harder to
see around if you have someone at the helm that's easily distracted.

Denny Browne
T: 310-383-9810
F: 310-316-0154
dennybrowne at verizon.net

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[mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Thomas Moore
Sent: Wednesday, June 24, 2009 12:55 PM
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Subject: [C320-list] C320 Headsails

I would appreciate opinions regarding upgrading my existing 135% furling
headsail on my hull #1143 (Mark II) to something bigger.  Sailing in the
frequently very light winds of San Diego we often find ourselves feeling
under powered.  Is it worth upgrading to 150 - 155%?  What material?
Tom Moore 
MooreFun C320 #1143
 
 
Thomas R. Moore MD
Professor and Chairman
Department of Reproductive Medicine
University of California San Diego
200 West Arbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92103
619-543-7900