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Originally Posted by Brion Toss
When you reef is a matter of heel angle, helm balance, and personal preference. I suggest you take note of all three, and set up a protocol for you and your boat. So for instance, you might find that 18 knots apparent, in smooth water, is just fine. Or not.
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Interesting. While most people talk about wind speed for reefing I have found that my best indicator of when it is "time" to reef is sustained weather helm of 10 degrees or more with the sails balanced as well as I can.