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| neilgbj |
Posted - 26 Feb 2006 : 19:18:00
I've just bought a second hand Stratos and was just wondering how
anyone rolls the main with the floatation at the top without it
getting all creased (and hence ruining sail shape etc )......is it
really worth having as it looks pretty awful !
Thanks Neil |
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| neilgbj |
Posted - 01 Mar 2006 : 18:45:00
If its any help I sold my boys Cadet on E bay with no problems and
lots of interest...I do think E bay tends to attract bargain hunters
and sometimes more expensive boats don't go as well as on something
like Appolloduck |
| alastairwilson |
Posted - 28 Feb 2006 : 20:51:00
HI Alister,
Was that your Stratos on E-Bay? Did that means of selling work?
Alastair |
| AlisterBeveridge |
Posted - 28 Feb 2006 : 19:58:00
Neil,
As I have been awarded the 'capsize prize' in at least two National
Championships I feel I am very qualified to comment. It is a
pointless addition to the sail. It does role with it in place but
the sale will become creased and it then doesn't sit very well.
I took a pair of scissors to mine and cut it out. There is no need
to send it to a saimaker. It is possible to do a very good job
without removing any of the stitching. If you looked at my main you
would not be able to tell that it is a DIY job.
Regards
Alister
PS Just sold my boat. Continual crew problems. Getting an RS700 so
expect to become even better at capsize drill!!! |
| MikeBeggs |
Posted - 26 Feb 2006 : 21:31:00
Neil,
Don't worry about the sail shape being ruined. It already is ruined by
the foam !
I always leave my main loose flaked in the boat with the foam straight.
The float is optional. You can have it removed surgically or buy a new
Main without one (ask for a Stratos Keel Mainsail).
It does help to slow down inversion after capsize, which if you sail
where it is about 6 to 10' deep like in Lymington it can save bent or
broken masts.
Mike. |
