The reason I went with a solid material is because it was free. I am a little concerned about the windage factor since I sail singlehanded or with my 6 year old son a lot. I sailed on an H14 and a H16 that had solid tramps and it wasn't too big of a deal. I don't remember it sagging to where I was sitting in a puddle. I'm pretty light (150#) so I won't be putting too much strain on the material. As far as tightness, I don't think it is going to be so tight that it pulls out fittings. I like it tight, but not that tight. I want to be able to install it without taking the Lord's name in vain. I reinforced the bolt ropes X 4. The center seam is double locked (kind of like the kung-fu grip). It is all sewn with V92 bonded polyester in zig-zag seams. The corners ended up getting just a X 3 reenforcment but I think it will hold with no problem. I plan on writing a DIY article for Daemon on TheBeachcats.com with pictures. Hopefully I will have it done soon after the new year.

-Rob V.
Panama City
Nacra 5.2