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Mitre-Cut Mainsails Topic of Discussion

Chief Measurer George Devlin discusses the controversial introduction of mitre-cut mainsails for Thistle boats, explaining the sail design and noting concerns about whether such unconventional sails comply with class rules.

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  • mainsails
  • mitre-cut
  • sail design
  • George Devlin
  • measurement