John Young
Junior Member
I recently read an article on Sailnet about heeling. I own a 1987 E26, fractional rig w/ 5' draft, fin keel.
This was my first season sailing on this boat and it had been a long time I was last involved with sailing. While some parts of sailing are like riding a bike, there are still many that feel like the first time.
Anyhow, I am looking for the max. recommended heeling angle. The most common wind speed when reefing. The max. that you would consider trying to sail in, when it's an option.
I have experienced sailing on Lake Champlain in 35 + winds where I had to eventually drop sails, because it was way beyond my capabilities. I have had the boat over 20 degrees, but that wasn't very comfortable either. In fact I didn't do it on purpose, and actually became concerned when my rails were in the water.
I know that the more I sail, the more I will be comfortable with the boat. Anyone having input about this I would greatly appreciate it.
John Young
"OUTNUMBERED"
1987 E26
This was my first season sailing on this boat and it had been a long time I was last involved with sailing. While some parts of sailing are like riding a bike, there are still many that feel like the first time.
Anyhow, I am looking for the max. recommended heeling angle. The most common wind speed when reefing. The max. that you would consider trying to sail in, when it's an option.
I have experienced sailing on Lake Champlain in 35 + winds where I had to eventually drop sails, because it was way beyond my capabilities. I have had the boat over 20 degrees, but that wasn't very comfortable either. In fact I didn't do it on purpose, and actually became concerned when my rails were in the water.
I know that the more I sail, the more I will be comfortable with the boat. Anyone having input about this I would greatly appreciate it.
John Young
"OUTNUMBERED"
1987 E26