We recently had a chance to experiment with the jib topsail, crossing the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Not only does it look really cool, it flies well from a close reach to a broad reach, and pulls like a mule. I am very excited to have this additional functionality on Mintaka. I originally thought of making a light, nylon topsail for use as just a light-air sail, but now I think I will tweak the shape of this dacron one. When I get it just right, I'll make a good, durable one to use most of the time.
No comments:
Post a Comment