Beginner questions: CURVED PEAK MAINSAILS

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CURVED PEAK MAINSAILS

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Topic: CURVED PEAK MAINSAILS

Posted By: djdhi
Subject: CURVED PEAK MAINSAILS
Date Posted: 11 Dec 09 at 11:28am

Hi.

What is the proper name for the new curved peak mainsail that is becoming popular on cruisers and dinghies alike ? Sometimes supported by a small wishbone batten, Is it still a Bermudan sail ? Just wondering...

djdhi

Replies:

Posted By: dave.blakesley
Date Posted: 11 Dec 09 at 11:46am

I assume you mean a square head? Or do you mean a sail with a larger roach?

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Posted By: olly_love
Date Posted: 11 Dec 09 at 12:44pm

aka big f**k off main sail,

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