This allows the Heavy No.1 to be sheeted closer to the centre without interference from the relatively wide shroud base. The graph quite clearly shows how the three No.1 Genoa's fills the sail inventory before a number three is required. These designs are proving to be significantly easier to trim and faster than any spinnaker we have ever tested. Click here to find out more about Gradient Spinnakers. After a weekend's crew training, the boat was ready to start the optimising needed with any new boat.
Early signs are encouraging.
She also showed her ability to recover from a less than perfect first beat, by going on to win race three. Watch this space for further news.