[C38] straight down wind spinnaker

[Joseph Launie]

Bob,
     On Macavity a straight downwind spinnaker would get as much use as 
a sterling silver tea service. The C-38 is not a straight downwind boat. 
We try to avoid using a chute closer to dead down than 165 degrees. We 
usually start the no-go zone at 155 degrees. We have no conventional 
chutes - assymetric only for that reason. I do not mind a little 
excitement from time to time but notice that my helm control diminishes 
when the rudder rolls out of the water. Joe
On 9/17/2013 7:07 AM, Bob Gouley wrote:
> Gentlemen, I am buying a new spinnaker, I have several old used ones 
> bought over the years.  In your opinion what is the best down wind 
> cut. 140 degrees to straight downwind,180 degrees.  I use a pole and 
> four sheets.  The sail will have a sock. thanks in advance bob
>
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