Reply To: What size genoa?

Ryan – thanks for such a detailed reply. A few points that occur to me:

1. two sails may be more expensive but the shape of a genoa off wind is much less important, so I could buy a 110% jib now for a fair bit less than a 135% genoa and pretty much get a cruising chute with the difference (cunning plan huh!)
2. It's windward performance that bugs me with the HT so the shape is most important for that.
3. I am going the laminate route with Crusader to get the best performance and longevity. They sell a cruising laminate for 35% more than stretchy dacron.

I've pm'd James Jermain on the YBW forum asking his advice; if I hear anything I'll let you know.

As for measurements, it seems many HT's had slightly different sized masts. I'll measure mine and let you know what sail size I end up with.