Rigging Dimensions
The four foretriangle measurements sailmakers need to quote a new suit.
I ?
49.58 ft
J ?
16.00 ft
P ?
44.33 ft
E ?
17.08 ft
Sail Area Breakdown
Calculated from rigging dimensions. Use these as your starting point when ordering a new suit.
| Sail | Area (ft²) | Area (m²) |
|---|---|---|
| MainsailP × E ÷ 2 | 378.6 | 35.2 |
| 100% ForetriangleI × J ÷ 2 | 396.6 | 36.8 |
| 150% GenoaTypical light-air headsail | 595.0 | 55.3 |
| Storm Jib~50% of foretriangle, high-cut | 198.3 | 18.4 |
| Symmetric SpinnakerEstimated from I, J | 1,427.9 | 132.7 |
| Total Working Sail AreaMain + 100% foretriangle | 775.2 | 72.0 |
Foretriangle Diagram
Drawn to scale from published I, J, P, E measurements — Masthead Sloop · Cuthbertson & Cassian design
Performance Ratios
How the Redline 41 Mkii Cc carries its sail relative to its displacement.
SA/D Ratio
17.2
Moderate — comfortable coastal cruiser, not overcanvassed.
Mast Height (above DWL)
— ft
Air draft not published — measure yours before any bridge transit.
Ballast Ratio
49%
Race-oriented ballast ratio — stiff and powerful.
Typical Sail Inventory
What Redline 41 Mkii Cc owners usually carry and what's worth buying used vs. new.
Mainsail 378.6 ft²
Dacron cross-cut with 2 reef points is standard. Full-batten is a common upgrade.
Replace new
150% Genoa 595.0 ft²
The workhorse headsail. Most boats have one on a furler by now.
Replace new
110% Working Jib ~436 ft²
Good secondary sail for breezy days — used market is strong.
Buy used
Storm Jib 198.3 ft²
Bright orange recommended. Rarely used, hard to justify new.
Buy used
Asymmetric Spinnaker ~1,428 ft²
Popular downwind upgrade — easier than symmetric for shorthanded sailing.
Optional
Replacement Cost Estimator
Get a rough price range for a new mainsail and genoa for the Redline 41 Mkii Cc — Dacron, laminate, and cruising performance tiers.