Hi - i really appreciate this information and will be less concerned about the light air sailing. Sailing is about trade-offs - A CD 36 seems worth it. More probably later.
Thanks again.
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- Nov 18th, '20, 10:26
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: sailing characteristics of CD36
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- Nov 15th, '20, 12:39
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: sailing characteristics of CD36
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sailing characteristics of CD36
hi - i used to have a CD30 cutter and considering getting a CD36. I sail in New England - primarily Buzzards Bay and Islands. I know CDs are great when wind >15 knots, but i am concerned when wind ~ 10 knots. Would a CD36 on a reach come close to hull speed ? say i replaced the yankee jib with a 135...