If you can tell the difference when you have a 5.2 in your hands instead of a 5.0 then congratulations to you. I'm sure either or would be suitable.
Plus if those 2 sizes are a toss up between 2 different manufacturers and you are buying them new then ask the shop if you can overlay one on the other on the floor. I think you'd be surprised at just what you may find.....

Yep I rate the Aerotech Charge, especially for high wind blasting in bump and jump conditions, very stable and has a good wind range. I have a 5.0, and it virtually covers me from 4.2 to 5.8 ( I also have older sails in 4.7 and 5.3 but rarely use them, just the 5.0). Can't comment on their pure wave sailing characteristics, but they are popular down here amongst the wave sailors so can't be too bad.

Interesting. Probably get the 5.0 I think.

How about RDM masts? Are these wortwhile for open water sailing (1-2m swells - not surf) or is SDM quite adequate?

ikw777 said...

Interesting. Probably get the 5.0 I think.

How about RDM masts? Are these wortwhile for open water sailing (1-2m swells - not surf) or is SDM quite adequate?

The style of sail can make a big difference as far as the sail range goes as well - and as someone pointed out earlier lay a 5.4 5.0 and 4.7 on top of each other and the diffence isn't that much 0.8 sqmetre of cloth - until you change down from your 5.4 when your overdone to your 4.7 - and it feels undercontrol. - the overall power and shape of the sail should also be considered - 6.4, 5.4,4.7 and 4.2 for me

I have powerex RDM 400 & 430 - they make a huge differnce to the feel of your sails - if you can give it a whirl - don't think you would regret it.

My 20 cents worth any way