Submitted on December 3, 2003 by Gary Souza

Question: Hi
I have a brand new 3/4 oz tri-radial chute from a Newport 27 (I was told..) I own a Tartan 30. Can that sail be added on to to fit my boat? I know a larger sail can be cut down to fit, but how about the other way? I know  with a tri-radial it's not like puttting on another panel to the foot.

Thanks Gary

Answer: Hi Gary,

It is easy and relatively cost effective to make a symetrical spinnaker taller.  The additional material is added to the middle of the sail, not the foot.  Making the sail wider is more complicated and typically not worth the expense. 

Regards,
Dan Neri

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