Gary, Regarding your newly cleaned sails, check to see if they have been re-resined. I've had a couple sails cleaned there. They came back looking great, and then promptly stretched out of shape once I started using them. Had my sailmaker check them and he said that all the resin had been removed. Larry On Sun, 25 Mar 2012 15:22:57 -0400 (EDT) TOMMYVAL@aol.com writes:

Fr. Jeff

How old are your sails? I still have original sails on my 1993 M17 and even tho the boat is almost 20 years I have I only sailed her maybe 100-125 times in this period. She has been very lightly used due to a number of reasons. I decided to send my sails off to Sail Care in Ford City, Pa to get them reset and cleaned up. They came back about a month ago and I'm telling you they look brand new. Check out their web site: _www.sailcare.com_ (http://www.sailcare.com) or if you call 1-800-433-7245 ask for Jerry, he's an upright guy and will provide you with good info.

Really did a great job and I have no affiliation with them other than being a satisfied customer.

Thanks

Gary Valetti M17

Should be back in the water this summer, got the sails done, new rigging and the centerboard pennant is next, bottom paint and ready to go. Looking forward to it.

In a message dated 3/25/2012 3:04:29 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, frjeff@gmail.com writes:

Although I have sailed for years, I have never purchased a new suit of sails. I am highly confused by the plethora of lofts available when Googled.

So, for day sailing, inland lakes and near shore Great Lakes sailing, I believe I do not need the finest/most expensive sails available. I am looking for value - quality sails, suited to my usage, at a fair/reasonable price. But, what cloth weight, loft, etc.?? I am located in MI if that's important.

I am asking your input. Perhaps, if you have strong negatives toward any lofts, it might be best to privately email me.

I thank you in advance for your anticipated wise consul.

Fr. Jeff