Solo sails

   The last time I ordered a Solo sail, we discussed the mast type, my weight and style of sailing. Because I sail inland, we sacrificed a bit of fullness to gain pointing.Also worth discussing choice of materials. 

If your sailmaker doesn't do this type of discussion, move to one who will!
Colin

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ColPrice2002 Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Far too distracted from work Joined: 25 Nov 08 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 222	Post Options Post Reply Quote ColPrice2002 Report Post Quote Reply Topic: Solo sails Posted: 10 Aug 18 at 4:48am
	The last time I ordered a Solo sail, we discussed the mast type, my weight and style of sailing. Because I sail inland, we sacrificed a bit of fullness to gain pointing. Also worth discussing choice of materials. If your sailmaker doesn't do this type of discussion, move to one who will! Colin

Sam.Spoons Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Really should get out more Joined: 07 Mar 12 Location: Manchester UK Online Status: Offline Posts: 3400	Post Options Post Reply Quote Sam.Spoons Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 09 Aug 18 at 9:23pm
	Only by asking the sailmakers and sailors (which is, obviously, what you're doing here). I don't know if you are a mid fleet club sailor or usually top 3 on the circuit (if the latter please ignore all that follows ) but it's probably worth trying to find out which of the top guys are a similar height/weight/build to you then analyse their results. When you find the guy who does best at venues like your club ask what hull/rig he sails and buy it. It's not guaranteed to work, he may have a wildly unorthodox sailing style but, while it may not get you winning the nationals, it should mean your boat/rig is capable of winning at that level. Not sure if that helps.........
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davidyacht Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Really should get out more Joined: 29 Mar 05 Online Status: Offline Posts: 1345	Post Options Post Reply Quote davidyacht Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 09 Aug 18 at 9:14pm
	I use a North P2 on a D+ ... works well for me. Frankly the HD, North and P&B are all competitive, all of the lofts have their proponents and offer good support. You are heading for the Autumn/Winter discount season, so might be worth waiting.
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Guests Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Guest Group	Post Options Post Reply Quote Guests Quote Reply Posted: 09 Aug 18 at 8:16pm
	But they all concentrate mainly on the d+ mast - so how can I find out the differences between makes. If I’m going to spend the best part of £1000 on a new sail, I want to understand how the choices differ not just pick the fashionable choice.

ColPrice2002 Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Far too distracted from work Joined: 25 Nov 08 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 222	Post Options Post Reply Quote ColPrice2002 Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 09 Aug 18 at 7:45pm
	There are differences in the shaping of the panels and seam layouts. Remember that there's a range of masts used (different bend charistics), and different makers may have different views. People tend to use the same year as the top competition sailors, which explains the sponsorship. Really depends on your expected use.. Colin

Guests Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Guest Group	Post Options Post Reply Quote Guests Quote Reply Posted: 09 Aug 18 at 6:54pm
	I don’t expect anyone to declare that one is better than the other, but can anyone explain the difference between the main brands of Solo sail? How does the HD differ from the North, P&B or Edge - why would pick one over the others?