I was wondering if anyone has sailed their passagemaker under mainsail alone. How does it perform on various points of sail using only the main? Does it create a problem with weather helm, or other issues?
I've sailed my PMD under main only when the wind picks up. I don't notice that much difference in points of sail. The big difference is speed! Putting the jib up is like turning on after-burners on this boat!! It flies!
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RE: passagemaker dinghy sailing
» Submitted by jimcav - Fri, 11/18/11 » 12:58 PM
I've sailed my PMD under main only when the wind picks up. I don't notice that much difference in points of sail. The big difference is speed! Putting the jib up is like turning on after-burners on this boat!! It flies!
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