[Rhodes22-list] 175 vs 130 Genoa

[Rick Lange]

I love my 175.  It gives the boat perfect balance with the IMF.  By first
backwinding it when you come about, it tacks fine.

Regards,

Rick Lange


On Sat, Nov 21, 2020 at 4:25 PM MichaelM <mm.bizlist1 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi,
>
> I am hoping to purchase a Rhodes 22 in the near future, and am wondering
> about the pros and cons of the Genoa options.  It seems that the 175 would
> be best in light air (which is most common where I sail), but I wonder how
> such a large sail tacks in those conditions.  Also, I think reefing the 175
> down a lot for heavier winds would adversely affect its shape.
>
> Which sail do you have and what do you recommend?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Wannabe Rhodie
>
>
>
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