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Calculator
Determine when to reef based on wind speed, heel angle, and sail area reduction
Input Parameters
True Wind Speed (knots)
Current Heel Angle (degrees)
Current Sail Area (ft²)
Displacement (lb)
Beam (ft)
Calculate
Results
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Reef Recommended
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Reefed Sail Area
ft²
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Area Reduction
%
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Est. New Heel
degrees
Reference
Reef 1: ~20% reduction at 18-22 knots / 20° heel Reef 2: ~35% reduction at 22-28 knots / 30° heel Reef 3: ~55% reduction at 28+ knots / storm conditions