J/30 Class Association Forums J/30 Districts Eastern Great Lakes District Vote on Mainsail material

Brendon/Don
Here's my input on my recommendation for voting on the proposed rule change to allow composite materials for the mainsail

I am strongly in favor of a change in the by-laws that would allowing composite materials for the mainsail.

However, I would recommend a vote of NO, if the rule also includes a bag weight of 30lbs. In my optinion, the proposed rule, as written, effectively eliminates any practical consideration of buying a composite main.

Would love to hear from other Eastern Great Lakes Members\

Curently I have votes for 1 Yes and 4 NO

Post before Next Tuesday to be counted

I'd vote for the rule change. My understanding is 30 lbs will allow all but to most exotic (Cuben fiber) materials.

Yes on composite materials

Hi All
I would vote NO on the weight restriction of 30#.
My current woven Pentex main weighs 31# and I expect 10% less with a Mylar/Pentex laminated fabric with S Glass LPT Technology. An affordable tech sail. It may weigh less than 27# with 1 reef point. I prefer 2 reef points which may add some. I know many like 1 reef point.
Doyle Detroit can make me a sail that weighs 30# using extra tapes and at extra cost. I will not be doing that.
In the Great Lakes, Tech sails are prevalent and to be competitive in PHRF I will go that route. 1design does not exist for me but if NA's came to me I would participate but only if I could use my best sails.
I vote no as currently proposed. Tech sails are for improved performance at less weight. I DO want to include tech sails in our options.
Regards