Advice on sail choice and brand for futura 141

Meric · 11th May 2010, 06:11 PM

Hi all,
I am 220 lbs and I have set my mind on a futura 141 to sail in 12-20 kts wind (bays and lakes). I am an intermediate sailor and know how to waterstart and jibe. Will use the board mostly for freeride (planing and speed). Sail range would be 7.5 and 9.5. My 1st choice would have been North S-type sails 9.5 and 7.3 but I can't find a dealer for the S-type here in the US. I also thought about the NP H2 but NP has a bad quality rep. So my choice would be gaastra swift twin camber sails 9.0 and 7.5, but would like your advice on other brands and if 3 or 4 cambers would be better. I don't know much about Sailworks, Ezzy, Maui and Naish sails, so your input is very much welcome!
Thanks
PS: if you guys know where I can find North S-type sails here in the US please let me know

Ken · 11th May 2010, 09:33 PM

Meric,

Why not consider Maui Sails TR race sails. I have been using them for years and have always had 3-5 cam race sails from 6.6 on up to 11.0 for the last 15-20 years.

I like the range, stability and speed, especially with adjustable outhauls. At your size, the extra weight of these sails should not be a problem. I weigh 78 kg and can manage them quite well.

The TR-6 sails from 11.0 up have 5 cams and 8.4 down have 4.

Another options is the Titan, the next step down from the TR sails with fewer cams, a standard luff sleeve, lighter weight and less money.

Speed is achieved with maximum control and that's where you need sails that have a wide power range and can be managed when overpowered.

Remi · 12th May 2010, 05:17 AM

Hi Meric,

Please read this probably help you, thanks

http://www.star-board.com/2010/news_...?threadid=8010

All the best

Meric · 14th May 2010, 09:33 PM

Thanks guys,
Ken great input on the TR sails, aren't they too technical? heavy?
Rémi, you suggest an severne OD sail not bigger than 8.5 on the F141, is there a particular reason? will a 9.x work? if so, same fin, or slightly longer one?

11th May 2010, 06:11 PM	#1
Meric Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 23	Advice on sail choice and brand for futura 141 Hi all, I am 220 lbs and I have set my mind on a futura 141 to sail in 12-20 kts wind (bays and lakes). I am an intermediate sailor and know how to waterstart and jibe. Will use the board mostly for freeride (planing and speed). Sail range would be 7.5 and 9.5. My 1st choice would have been North S-type sails 9.5 and 7.3 but I can't find a dealer for the S-type here in the US. I also thought about the NP H2 but NP has a bad quality rep. So my choice would be gaastra swift twin camber sails 9.0 and 7.5, but would like your advice on other brands and if 3 or 4 cambers would be better. I don't know much about Sailworks, Ezzy, Maui and Naish sails, so your input is very much welcome! Thanks PS: if you guys know where I can find North S-type sails here in the US please let me know Last edited by Meric; 12th May 2010 at 12:28 AM.

11th May 2010, 09:33 PM	#2
Ken Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Dallas, Texas USA Posts: 799	Meric, Why not consider Maui Sails TR race sails. I have been using them for years and have always had 3-5 cam race sails from 6.6 on up to 11.0 for the last 15-20 years. I like the range, stability and speed, especially with adjustable outhauls. At your size, the extra weight of these sails should not be a problem. I weigh 78 kg and can manage them quite well. The TR-6 sails from 11.0 up have 5 cams and 8.4 down have 4. Another options is the Titan, the next step down from the TR sails with fewer cams, a standard luff sleeve, lighter weight and less money. Speed is achieved with maximum control and that's where you need sails that have a wide power range and can be managed when overpowered. __________________ Toys: Formula 160; iSonic 111; HiFly Move 105; Tiga 263; '85 Mistral Superlight. Maui Sails TR 11.0; 9.2; 8.4; 7.6; 6.6; Maui Sails Switch 6.0; 5.2; Maui Sails Global 4.5; 4.0.

12th May 2010, 05:17 AM	#3
Remi STARBOARD DEVELOPMENT Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Thailand Posts: 2,342	Hi Meric, Please read this probably help you, thanks http://www.star-board.com/2010/news_...?threadid=8010 All the best __________________ Rémi Can answer if you have any questions on this following boards : Carve 111, 121, 131, 141, 151 & 161 Futura 93, 101, 111, 121, 131 & 141. iSonic 80, 87, 90, 97, 107, 110, 117, 127 & 137 To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. UltraSonic 147 Formula Experience One Design Phantom Race 377/320 To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Phantom 295 : To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Formula 167 & 167 Wide : To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Racing Serinity Cat Concept To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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14th May 2010, 09:33 PM	#4
Meric Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 23	Thanks guys, Ken great input on the TR sails, aren't they too technical? heavy? Rémi, you suggest an severne OD sail not bigger than 8.5 on the F141, is there a particular reason? will a 9.x work? if so, same fin, or slightly longer one?