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Old 03-11-2009, 09:25   #2
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Location: wherever the boat is---from central amer to canada....so far...
Boat: defever trawler 41-nomad
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i met a guy in cuba about 12 yrs ago who had a small gb trawler w/ a "stabilizing" sail. he said he could pick up an extra 1/2 kt with the right wind conditions. as far as stabilizing goes, i think it's a possibility but wouldn't bet the farm on it (maybe it would keep your nose to the wind better at anchor??).

the sabre is a fine boat...my wife is in love with the 47, but...............
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