[Rhodes22-list] Sail Plan Changes

[Arthur H. Czerwonky]

Rummy,
So true - tacking has been a breeze here in St Pete.
Art

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>Sent: Nov 3, 2007 7:25 AM
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>Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Sail Plan Changes
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>Art,
>Slim makes a good point here. Until you have tried all of the various ways  
>to adjust the sails and rigging, thinking about improving on what you have is a 
> little silly. As everyone on the list knows, I have the 175 and love it. 
>Being  able to adjust sails for conditions is a real plus, especially since I 
>don't  have to change sails. The more you sail your boat the more proficient you 
>will  become at making the correct adjustments for conditions.
>Even coming about with the 175 in very little to no air becomes easier with  
>practice. You don't have to furl it to bring it through. Putting plastic PVC 
>on  your shrouds and some effort on your part will bring it through smoothly. 
>It is  one great sail in light air. Practice, practice, practice. 
> 
>Rummy
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