Last weekend I was out sailing in heavy wind. The zipper on my jib went and the window in my main is starting to crack.
I can either take them to the local sailmaker and have the zipper replaced and a new window installed or buy a slightly used set.
Current sails:
Both main and jib, GOODALL, were made in 2000. Jib is dacron. Main is Kevlar/Mylar. Repairs will be approximately $350. Other than these two problems they appear to be in remarkbly good condition given their age.
I have a lead on a 2 year old ASHBY main and a 12 year old jib. Jib was never used. Main is a newer style square top. Approximate cost of these two sails is $1000.
What would you do?
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Jon -- Dallas, TX
Taipan 4.9
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