??Ideal Jib Size for Typhoon w/ RF??

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Mark

??Ideal Jib Size for Typhoon w/ RF??

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I'm thinking about installing Roller Furling on my Typhoon. Would appreciate any ideas or comments on ideal jib size for Typhoon with Roller Furling. Thanks, Mark



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Sean

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Mark wrote: I'm thinking about installing Roller Furling on my Typhoon. Would appreciate any ideas or comments on ideal jib size for Typhoon with Roller Furling. Thanks, Mark
Most sailmakers will recomend a max of using a 135 for roller furling. My experience has been that they are correct and going bigger leads to jams, and difficulty furling it all. FWIW
You have a great boat, enjoy her! Sean



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Mark

Re: ??Ideal Jib Size for Typhoon w/ RF??

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Sean wrote:
Mark wrote: I'm thinking about installing Roller Furling on my Typhoon. Would appreciate any ideas or comments on ideal jib size for Typhoon with Roller Furling. Thanks, Mark
Most sailmakers will recomend a max of using a 135 for roller furling. My experience has been that they are correct and going bigger leads to jams, and difficulty furling it all. FWIW
You have a great boat, enjoy her! Sean
Thanks for sharing info. This is my 2nd Typhoon and it's hard to get the smile off my face. She is a joy to sail. Thanks again,
Mark



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