Hey all -
As part of the long list of refinements and upgrades we need to make on the
Safari, we’re looking at getting a new main sail from Rolly Tasker via National
Sails in FL. Here’s the details of the quote:
C&C 34 (Does anybody feel like confirming that I’ve got these measurements
correct?)
I = 44’
J = 14
P = 38.25
E = 10.92
Fully Battened Mainsail - Challenge 8.3oz High Modulus Dacron, 2 reefs - $1,459
Comes with leech lines with clam cleats, tell tales, flo-stripes*, and sail
bags. Construction includes triple-stitched seams, large radial corner
reinforcements, with handsewn leather chafe protection.
Seems like 8 out of 10 folks have overall positive experience with RT sails.
There are scattered reports of quality issues, but I’m inclined to see that as
a risk of any production sail loft. Have any of you ordered from them before?
What’s been your experience? I’m inquiring about adding a cunningham and seeing
what our options are for the slugs. Are there other options you’d recommend I
request?
Before anybody suggests I go to a custom sailmaker to get a super high quality
sail, the price is really what we can afford right now; if we need to spend
more money to get a decent sail then we’ll have to wait another season or two
to replace our (very tired) main. Willing to do that if enough folks wave us
off RT, but hoping this could be a great solution for our casual cruising needs!
Andrew
*What the heck are Flo-Stripes?
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Andrew Means
S.V. Safari - 1977 C&C 34 MK I
Seattle, WA
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