I am in the market for a new sail this year. I had a debate with
myself and my sailmaker about which sail I should buy and main or a
150%. After reviewing the sail he suggested a new 150% and some work
on the main. The work he suggested was to make the 2nd batten full
length. We checked the rules and this would be illegal:
"The length of the upper batten is not restricted, and shall be
located a minimum of 5 feet 8-3/8 inches from the top back edge of
the headboard down the leech to the bottom of the batten. The two
middle battens shall be no longer than 3 feet 6-1/2 inch."
It seems as though the intent of most of the sail rules are minimize
expense. But this rule seems to have cost me $, as I now will be
buying a new main. Can someone please explain to me the intent of
this particular rule? Thanks
Scott
