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Originally Posted by sck5
After all of this discussion I am left with a question. Why not a cutter rig and have the best of both worlds? .....
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Many do favour a cutter rig for the reasons you suggested. However some negative aspects could include:
- a more complex/costly rig - extra stays, hardware, deck gear, sails etc.
- more complicated to set up efficiently, though as you say you could use it as a sloop and simply choose which headsail you want.
- the large genoas generate large forces, requiring heavier winches and sail handling gear. (the lack of a large genoa and masthead kites is a big part of the pro-frac argument)
- a true cutter rig as defined by Perry requires that the mast be considerably further aft on the boat, which can (but not impossibly) complicate the interior layout.
Some appreciate the versatility of the cutter rig, others simply like the "salty" look since it's quite rare to see a true cutter rig in a modern looking design.
The rest of us maybe like to keep it simple.......