[QUOTE=wfahey;2072]Go for the 150% that Catalina offers in Mainsheet for a reduced price. I got mine last week and installed it this morning. Perfect fit on my Harken furler. I wanted to get it on the boat Friday before the race but didn't get out of the house soon enough so I raced with my old 135%.[/QUOTE]

Actually, what I'm looking for is more like a 90-110%. I have a 135% but it's too big for SF Bay summer days.

I was thinking about Sail-Care this winter for my 150. However, their price list indicates a little over $500 plus repairs and return shipping. The sail is 10 yoa and could use it. Time to hit the change jar.

Tom Bolen
SPIRIT, 1999, MKII, #1780

I sent my 150 genny to Sail Care and just received the estimate for repairs - $1300. The big issue is a new sunbrella sunband, they want $696, just for that. I am between the proverbial rock and hardplace. Should I just invest $1300 in a new sail? It seems like alot of money for a temporary fix. I cannot find the add for the genoa in Mainsheet, that was mentioned previously, anyone have more info.

Thanks
Tom Bolen
SPIRIT, 36MKII #1780

Tom, I would have to agree with Bill here on that price. That seems a little steep. I have consulted with and have purchased Sailrite products over the years and I can tell you that they are the real deal. They take no shortcuts and will offer you ways in which you can save money.

Bill, do you still have your 135?

I purchased a used main and had it refurbed, I think it was an old main off of Bills (wfahey's) boat Lucky, before he bought it as I recall.
In hind sight I would not spend 50% of the cost of a new sail on repair or purchase of a used one. In hind sight I wish I had saved my jeckles and purchased a new sail.

The Sail Warehouse sells a brand new 135 for about $2200. The economy is still not that robust right now and sail lofts are hungry this time of year, I bet you could find a new sail for 2K or less, you can repair yours but the fabric will still be the same age as when you sent it in for repair.