[Rhodes22-list] Sails

[Arthur H. Czerwonky]

Ed,
I don't think the question pertained to quality, but rather to weight of the fabric. Do you know the spec. of the OE sails?
Art

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>From: Tootle <ekroposki at charter.net>
>Sent: Nov 13, 2007 9:19 PM
>To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org
>Subject: [Rhodes22-list]  Sails
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>Rhodies,
>
>Stan demands a high quality fabric.  Yes, that fabric costs more that that
>quoted from Cruising Direct.  Keep in mind that some of his sails in use
>still have numbers on them.  What is that old addage, you get what you pay
>for?
>
>You say that you do not want to pay for that extra quality.  Just get caught
>in blow... It only has to happen one time.  Newbies need to know that
>sometimes things happen very fast.  Of course you may not be around for the
>reorder.
>
>Most of the lofts have different qualities.  I recall years ago hearing that
>the main was 8 oz.  I recall several members of this forum extolling their
>Lee Sails.  Keep in mind that Stan shops around, and if he gets messed over,
>finds someone who meets his quality standard.  Currently that is Doyle.
>
>Also, when was the last time that someone who got new sails from Stan
>complained that were wrong size and had to go back for adjustments.
>
>Ed K
>Greenville, SC, USA
>Addendum:
>"Fostering courage and taking the initiative require ongoing nurturing and
>practice, ensuring that you're prepared to act when needed. And yet, it's
>the dedication to these practices and refinement techniques that can foil
>even the most ardent of learners! Rather than be overwhelmed by the demands
>of "the great task," remember Lao Tzu's wise advice: "The journey of 1,000
>miles begins with one step." Practice taking that one step, and then another
>really can take you closer to perfection."  Jamie Walters
>
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