Farlander
Member II
On our new to us 1970, the main sail appears to have been modified. The sail has a horizontal zipper from tack to clew along the foot, which doesn't seem to actually serve any purpose. There is about 3" of sail fabric hemmed into a small pouch below the zipper. The main sail when fully raised is about 12" short of the top of the mast, and at least 12" short of the end of the boom when hauled out tight. The sail has a single reef point. The Ericson logo and the number '35' is embroidered in red near the head of the sail.
Any thoughts on what could be going on here? Some speculate the sail may have torn and was shortened as a fix. Others, the sail may have been 'permanently reefed' for SF bay area conditions. Or, maybe it was a sail from a different boat? Or the short rig version of the 35-2 perhaps? These are the only photos I have at present.. will try to get some better shots.
Thanks in advance
Any thoughts on what could be going on here? Some speculate the sail may have torn and was shortened as a fix. Others, the sail may have been 'permanently reefed' for SF bay area conditions. Or, maybe it was a sail from a different boat? Or the short rig version of the 35-2 perhaps? These are the only photos I have at present.. will try to get some better shots.
Thanks in advance