asymetric spinaker 39ds

[davewhittel]

could anyone tell the size needed for a Jeanneau 39ds (asymetric spinaker) thanks

[debenboy]

Your owners manual or the model info available via this site will give you the vital "J" and "I" measurements.
Armed with those speak to your sailmaker of choice.
There are so many variations or "codes" for spinnakers(symmetric or assymetric) that you need to discuss your requirements direct.
Otherwise its like asking a builder to quote you for building anew house without showing him the design drawings.

[cferrer]

Hi dave-

Attached is the data sheet for rig dimensions. I too have a 39DS (2007 #55) and bought a code 0 on a furler for it this season. All I have to say is wow. It is on the smaller side of the spinnaker continuum because of the reduced mid-girth of a code 0. The big advantage of this sail is ease of use and its pointing ability. I had it made for a Selden CX25 furler. I use it way more than I ever thought I would because the furler makes it so easy and safe to use. When I am close to the wind I limit the sail to 10 knots or less because the unstayed Selden sprit was not designed for the code 0. Off the wind I've used it in 15 knots with no worries. I can't say enough good things about it. I can send you the quote my sailmaker sent me when I ordered it. Let me know.

[sanuk2]

That sounds really interesting - could you send more details please?

[schocktherapy]

you definitely want to make sure you talk to your sailmaker about your specific needs. The code zero is an excellent sail that is found in many modern race boat inventories, but it is also designed for a fairly tight range of angles and wind strengths. You may find a more general purpose asymetric will be of more use to you, particularly if you want to be able to sail deeper than close reaching.

If your budget allows it, definitely consider putting a sprit on your boat, and consider if you are going to use a sock or a furling system. All of those decisions should be made before you order your kite as they will all effect the dimensions and design of the chute.

[flightdeck]

schocktherary is spot on, think / plan / ask questions. I had a code 0 made for our SO32, first plan was not to use a furler, what a waist of time that was, so difficult to set and drop even for our small size. A furler was bought, I was lucky the sailmaker had made it to suit a furler (he must have known I would come around to a furler) so no problem adding it and it's very easy to handle now, makes for a very useful sail which even wife and I use by our self's........thanks to the furler

Cheers

[cferrer]

All very good points. When I started looking at getting a light air sail I was focused on an asymmetric spinnaker on a Bamar furler as the asym seemed to be the most versatile. After talking to a number of lofts it became apparent that a code 0 was a better fit for the prevailing conditions in New England and my sailing style (lazy). Moreover, the code 0 provides a better "furling experience" than a standard asymmetrical spinnaker due to the reduced midgirth.

Keep in mind that my code 0 is made from nylon and not high modulus sail cloth. A code 0 can put enormous load on the rig upwind and the unstayed bowsprit can not handle the upwind loads. As a result of this (and my aforementioned laziness) the code 0 is used in less than 10 knots of wind when heading up wind and 15 knots off the wind.

Oh, it doesn't hurt the the sail is absolutely stunning in solid red.

Chris

[schocktherapy]

Nice sail! it certainly is flat! In the picture the luff is very close to the headstay; How long is your sprit?

[cferrer]

The sprit is the 87mm selden sprit and it protrudes 800mm past the bow roller ring fitting. See the attached PDF for rig dimensions.

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[haven]

I have a 39i with the factory sprit, and i bought an asy spin for it this summer. The asy spin with an ATN snuffer is very easy to handle, so don't be intimidated. It is also very versatile. I paid $2,250 for the spinnaker (1.5 oz) and snuffer combined. I've flown it in up to 22 kts and the boat rips! Just start out in 8 knots if you are learning, and slowly increase your comfortable wind speed as experience increases. You'll absolutely love it!
;D