[Rhodes22-list] New Sail Fabric

[Graham Stewart]

I’m planning to replace my 135 with one the same size. I would rarely want something bigger and would often find a 155 to be a nuisance. 
Graham

> On Oct 27, 2026, at 12:08 PM, Matt Wilson <mwhornblower at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> I was just informed that most of the Rhodes included a 135 genoa.  I am
> tempted to order a 155.   Can any of you help me with perspective on that
> decision?
> 
> Matt Wilson
> Hornblower 2
> White Bear Lake, MN
> 
> 
>> On Tue, Oct 20, 2026 at 1:13 PM Matt Wilson <mwhornblower at gmail.com> wrote:
>> 
>> Hello everyone,
>> 
>> I I am planning to buy a new suit of sails. I have become aware that Most
>> Rhodes 22’s came with Doyle super cruise sails.  I am wondering if I could
>> get some perspective from the list about general quality and durability of
>> that sail cloth. How long does it last and how long does it keep a decent
>> shape?
>> 
>> My boat sits on a mooring about six months out of the year on a big lake
>> in Minnesota. I do get out there pretty regularly during the summer. It
>> sits shrink wrapped all winter.
>> 
>> I am mostly interested in durability, though performance would be nice as
>> well.
>> 
>> I am planning to purchase the 155 Genoa.  I would take your thoughts on
>> that topic as well.
>> 
>> Many thanks for whatever help or perspective you can give
>> 
>> Matt Wilson
>> Hornblower II
>> White Bear Lake, MN
>>