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Joined: Tue Jul 22, 2014 2:21 pm Posts: 26 Location: Clear Lake Area, Houston, TX
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I can't speak to the AI but the TI sails very well overall. I think I can sail around 45 degrees into the wind depending upon wind speed (but I have no relative wind indicator). Higher winds seem to equal better performance. Last weekend, my destination was directly up-wind, and I tacked very well and reasonably fast in 15-20 knot winds. There is a bit more leeway than I prefer but not too bothersome. I wish there was more area on the centerboard (or dual centerboards).
My fastest speed has been around 8 MPH but I typically sail a heavy boat. If I was single-hand (hiked out) or lighter, I bet I could hit > 10 MPH. Fastest point of sail seems to be near a beam reach or slightly upwind. It's not a fast boat but it moves well.
The lack of a boom makes the sail less efficient as you head downwind, especially on a run. It sails more efficiently on a beam or close reach as you tighten the main sheet.
The TI also tacks/jibs very well. I've never gotten caught in irons nor have I had to use the mirage drive to get through a tack.
It's a very easy, fun boat to sail but can not be optimized for all points of sail. It can get very exciting with high-winds and big swells.
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