I normally don't endorse products or services on the philosophy that unless asked my opinion- best left unsaid. However I thought that for this board I would share two items.
First, I highly recommend J-World Performance Sailing School. I just completed an advanced racing class..all on the boat no classroom. This course is 12 hours on water sailing with at least 4 hours of practical sail trim. Also I learned Spinnaker setting/takedowns/trim both Asym and Sym with pole. I know we are cruising sailors at heart but this course will make anyone a much better sailor and give you a clue to getting the most from any boat. I have applied the techniques on my CD 25 and am very pleased with the results.. these boats will sail very well when driven to the limits.
Second, as I replace hardware on my 1981 CD25 I have found a wonderful organization based in Annapolis Md. Performance Yachts. Very competitive prices and service to die for. I ordered 2 spinnaker sheets with splicing and Nicro shackles..they had the order to my porch in 2 days. I highly recommend them as they are sail only hardware.
carrd@erols.com
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