Re: First Sail / Wind Questions

Gordon (hlg@pacbell.net)
Fri, 16 Apr 1999 11:59:32 -0700


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>Lewis Baumstark
>P15
>Bristol, Tn
wrote:

> For you P15 sailors:
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> 1. What do you consider an "ideal" wind speed for maximum
>enjoyment and comfort?

I like around 10 knots.
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> 2. At about what wind speed do you reef?

With my sloop rig I reefed at about 15 kn. My lateen rig is still
comfortable up to around 20 without reefing.
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> 3. At what wind speed do you just stay at home or at the dock?

I stay home if it's going to be 25 kn or more, maybe even at 20 kn. The sea
condition has to be considered also. I can tolerate more wind if the water
isn't rough.

The above is based on my estimate of wind speeds, which may not be too
accurate.

Harry Gordon
P14 #234, Manatee
Mountain View, CA