Because I can control the shape of my sail better, Yes I can point higher and run deeper. I also installed a 5 2 1 power downhaul for TheMightyHobie18 from murray. and that has help also.
I have not sailed side by side a 18 with stock sails yet. But I have sailed with boats that I sailed with my stock sails. My speed is so much better. Is it worth it? $ wise.
I would say my speed has increase almost 30 2 40 precent. My old sails were in pretty bad shape. My jib was streached real bad. After I race my first regatta I will make a post and let you know how it turns out.

Doug Ramsey
TheMightyHobie18 #4383