Disposing of old sail

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Disposing of old sail

I have just replaced my headsail and hate to just throw the old 150 in the dumpster. Any suggestions on anyone who may have a use for an old sail (that is not in good shape)? Anyone in the puget sound area is welcome to it.....

Ted
"Sea-STAR" #687
Home port: Seattle, WA (Shilshole Marina)

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I've heard that local Boy Scout Troops like old sails to be used as tarps on camp-outs, etc. They also make great painting drop-cloths. I cut one of my old genoas up for a cockpit awning. Bought two Forespar poles for the fore and aft ends. Lots of uses!

Tom Sokoloski
C36/375IA Past Commodore
Noank, CT

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Great idea...
Having recently ordered new sails for my 1991 C-36 I'm considering options for my own old sails. I was considering painting our main and using it on the last sail of the season, Louis' Last Regatta. I'm not sure I can post an example here, let me see...

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Anyone in the PNW with a 150% genoa that doesn't need it please feel free to send it on over to me! Boat only came with a 125%, not enough, and I have too many other boat projects sucking $ out of my wallet!

Jason V
Vancouver, BC, Canada

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they need sails in hati for tents it is better than card board.

ray k,

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