Independent guidance for Australian yacht owners
Headsail planning

Working jib and genoa selector

Start with the headsail’s job and sheet-track geometry, then verify area, clew height and useful reefing range.

Working jib and genoa selector visual guide

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Worked example

Example: short-handed fractional cruiser

A high-clew 105–110% furling headsail may give easier tacking and visibility, with a separate reacher covering light-air power.

Editorial illustration for Working jib and genoa selector
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