8:1 was the stock system and would be fine for that pin-top main. 9:1 or 10:1 will let you sheet harder more often and for longer, but it'll be a trade off in quickly sheeting out, which is important on that boat when going downwind.
Congrats on the new boat! Pics!!
John Williams
- The harder you practice, the luckier you get -
Gary Player, pro golfer
After watching Lionel Messi play, I realize I need to sail harder.
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