Not an M15, but for comparison on jib percentage sizes, my M17 came with a "high wind" jib that is about 80%. Compared to 109% for the OEM "working jib" and 150% for the Genoa on an M17. Here's some brief info from UK Sailmakers on heavy weather jib vs. storm jib (just one source, gives basic points): https://www.uksailmakers.com/heavy-weather-jib https://www.uksailmakers.com/storm-jib This seems to corroborate Dave's post that a true "storm jib" is very specialized, more for survival when offshore and having to ride out a gale. You'd want a "high wind" or "heavy weather" jib for regular use, if you sail in that strength of wind regularly. cheers, John On 10/29/21 10:18 AM, Dave Scobie wrote:
After reefing the M15 main twice then the headsail size is reduced. This is at around 20kts.
Storm is a likely the incorrect term as storm jibs are VERY small and for storm wind conditions: 30+ or more knots. What is wanted is a high wind or strong wind headsail. The size depends on the wind strength(s) you are willing to sail.
Contact Harry at epsails.com. He knows the MBoats and can provide the best high wind headsail for your local conditions.
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On Fri, Oct 29, 2021, 9:49 AM Jim Sadler <jimsadler@jascopacific.com> wrote:
Do any of you skippers fly a storm jib? When reefing the Main?
What size and how high on the mast is it flown?
Capt Jim
SV Pelican (M15)
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