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Frank4
Joined: 10 Apr 2006 Posts: 69
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2015 7:33 am Post subject: No limitz sumo with simmer sails? |
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Is anyone using nolimitz sumo masts with simmer wave and freeride sails? |
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U2U2U2
Joined: 06 Jul 2001 Posts: 5467 Location: Shipsterns Bluff, Tasmania. Colorado
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2015 9:59 am Post subject: |
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I know a simmer rider and have asked, very reliable and informed source.
My 2bits are that it would be ok, perhaps the original being softer would be better of the 2 NL masts.
Normally or generally speaking mast companies that don't make sails have the mast curve , neither hard or soft, so middle of the road. Constant curve.
NoLimitz will offer advise .. Hopefully unbiased.
I have one NL original it's very fine. Lightweight compared to some top shelve masts _________________ K4 fins
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swchandler
Joined: 08 Nov 1993 Posts: 10588
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2015 2:28 pm Post subject: |
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You might want to consider a No Limitz Original bottom with a Sumo top. Given the fact that No Limitz will sell you a mixed combination mast, it just might be the best choice. I bought a No Limitz Original mast as a replacement to use with my older Windwing Catalyst Wave sails (64/76 bend curve recommended), but I found that the top was a bit too soft. To address the problem, I bought a Sumo top and found the result works much better.
Now, if you are a heavier guy, a total Sumo mast combo would probably be the best. |
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wdsurf
Joined: 22 May 1999 Posts: 335
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2015 6:35 pm Post subject: Nolimtz sumo |
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I,m 195lb. Sailor.Bought 400 Sumo on that premise that I,m big work good on 4.9.traded it in for a original after using it a few times liked the softer feel of the original.my 2 cents. |
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U2U2U2
Joined: 06 Jul 2001 Posts: 5467 Location: Shipsterns Bluff, Tasmania. Colorado
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2015 7:21 pm Post subject: Re: Nolimtz sumo |
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wdsurf wrote: | I,m 195lb. Sailor.Bought 400 Sumo on that premise that I,m big work good on 4.9.traded it in for a original after using it a few times liked the softer feel of the original.my 2 cents. |
This information is incomplete ,
The year and sail type is necessary to asses the mast compatibility _________________ K4 fins
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Frank4
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2015 8:58 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks guys, I guess I should mention I already own the 430 sumo and I like it. I Use it with my current 6.2 wave sail (aerotech). I think the extra stiffness in a 430 size is a good thing.
I am just trying to determine if the bend CURVE is compatible with simmer sails. thanks for any help! |
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swchandler
Joined: 08 Nov 1993 Posts: 10588
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2015 10:22 pm Post subject: |
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What is the recommended mast bent curve for Simmer sails?
Are the folks at Simmer offering that when you buy their sails? I would hope so. |
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U2U2U2
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Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2015 11:15 pm Post subject: |
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The Unifiber mast chart shows Simmer to be flex top, constant curve.
The original NoLimitz would be better suited , it's softer. _________________ K4 fins
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swchandler
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Posted: Sun Dec 06, 2015 1:33 am Post subject: |
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The thing to keep in mind is that the bend curve between the No Limitz Original and Sumo masts is the same. However, the Sumo is just a bit stiffer overall. In the 400cm mast, it's the difference between an 18 and 19 in overall stiffness. For me, the extra stiffness in the top section was just enough to change the shape in the leech in the sail with the appropriate downhaul. |
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U2U2U2
Joined: 06 Jul 2001 Posts: 5467 Location: Shipsterns Bluff, Tasmania. Colorado
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Posted: Sun Dec 06, 2015 9:58 am Post subject: |
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From a Simmer rider, the sails prefer a softer top, HotRod or NP or Simmer of course. As well the mast that fall into constant curve, but you will lose 'some performance'
Using a stiff or hard top will make the top end control fluky.
Doing a bend test on a NL or HotRod , the bottom and center would be near equal, the top would indicate how much stiffer the NL is.
I would not use a combo to make it stiffer for this sail, Gaastra, Naish ..yes..Maui Sails as well.
Google
Simmer sails mast compatibility, look for the boards forum discussion. _________________ K4 fins
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