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Mike Stallings reportedly wrote:
>I remain skeptical that the genoa is slower in winds under 5 knots, but it
>could be. For conditions under 5 knots, possibilities include:
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>1. ...the genoa really is slower getting upwind.
>2. ...overall weight becomes an overriding factor.
>3. ...weight distribution becomes an overriding factor.
>4. ...proper sail trim becomes an overriding factor.
>5. ...dragging a motor through the water becomes an overiding factor.
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I vote" no" on number1. Numbers 2 through 5 are true but are irrelevant
because they are true no matter what jib you are using.
>I'd be interested in knowing if genoa users differ from the average
>population in the following areas:
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>0. Like the genoa? (Yes)
>1. Lbs? (160)
>2. Bow rail? (No)
>3. Whisker pole downwind? (Yes)
>
>Mike
0 Yes, for light air.
1 180
2 Yes
3 Yes
Harry
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