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James · 20th May 2007, 09:07 PM

Hi Per,

I think the 10.0 freerace sail and 11.0 race sail will have similar range and planing performance, and either would be a good step up in lightwind performance from your 8.5.

Personally, I would go with the 10m freerace sail, because you are absolutely right about the durability and shorter mast and boom. Also, there's much less rigging hassle, and a slightly softer, friendlier feel to a freerace sail, at least in the lower and middle part of its wind range.

Of course like you say, hopefully you can try before you buy.

20th May 2007, 09:07 PM	#12
James Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 235	RE: Pros and cons of smaller sails on Formula Hi Per, I think the 10.0 freerace sail and 11.0 race sail will have similar range and planing performance, and either would be a good step up in lightwind performance from your 8.5. Personally, I would go with the 10m freerace sail, because you are absolutely right about the durability and shorter mast and boom. Also, there's much less rigging hassle, and a slightly softer, friendlier feel to a freerace sail, at least in the lower and middle part of its wind range. Of course like you say, hopefully you can try before you buy.