Hi everyone,
Wondering if I can get a little assistance with a jib purchasing decision. I'm considering the purchase of a jib with dimmensions of:
Luff: 19.25 ft.
Leech: 15.67 ft.
Foot: 9.5 ft.
I know this is less than the 100% area available in the foretriangle created by the forestay and the mast. This is good because I've been looking for a smaller jib for the high winds we get in the SF Bay Area during the summer afternoons, but not sure if this is too small, or how the boat will perform (or not perform) given this jib. Ideally, I'd like to get a jib that will make for a comfortable ride for the non-sailors I'll be taking out this summer.
The jib is for sale for $200, and has had very light use.
Thanks in advance for your help and feedback!
Wondering if I can get a little assistance with a jib purchasing decision. I'm considering the purchase of a jib with dimmensions of:
Luff: 19.25 ft.
Leech: 15.67 ft.
Foot: 9.5 ft.
I know this is less than the 100% area available in the foretriangle created by the forestay and the mast. This is good because I've been looking for a smaller jib for the high winds we get in the SF Bay Area during the summer afternoons, but not sure if this is too small, or how the boat will perform (or not perform) given this jib. Ideally, I'd like to get a jib that will make for a comfortable ride for the non-sailors I'll be taking out this summer.
The jib is for sale for $200, and has had very light use.
Thanks in advance for your help and feedback!
