Submitted on December 18, 2005 by Rich Klimas

Question: North Sails,

I own a Irwin 43 MKIII and just started doing some ocean racing. I only have the original genoa (about 130%) and the fully batten main. Plan on doing the FCOC April and the Gulfstreamer this year in May. I’ve been toying with doing one of the Bermuda races in 2007. I know I need a storm genoa. What size would be right for the Irwin, then what sort of other sails would I need? I was thinking of in addition to the storm a # 2, what size? Storm Tri sail? Thank for the help.

Rich Klimas

Answer: Dear Rich,

This collection of questions deserves the close attention of your sailmaker. The size of the storm jib is a function of boat size and displacement. Sail options might include light, moderate and heavy weather genoas plus a gennaker with snuffer. As I said, you should sit down with your sailmaker to review your options in more detail.

Good Luck,
Bill Gladstone
www.northu.com
ph - 203 245 0727

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