I don't think the lowering of the bail will be a bad thing, especially if it is less the 12". You can lengthen the leech and foot to keep the same sail area with the same sheeting point. Might be the optimum time to also update the draft and fullness! I think it will all be good. Plus, it will be more affordable. Just look at what we did with the F17! grin

Testing of this magnitude will produce interesting results, both positive and negative. Please keep in mind the testing results will most likely not be made public. There were approximately nine F17 prototype sails made before the final versions. Like the F17, the end result will be fantastic.

Bob wink
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