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Originally Posted by Brion Toss

When you reef is a matter of heel angle, helm balance, and personal preference. I suggest you take note of all three, and set up a protocol for you and your boat. So for instance, you might find that 18 knots apparent, in smooth water, is just fine. Or not.

Interesting. While most people talk about wind speed for reefing I have found that my best indicator of when it is "time" to reef is sustained weather helm of 10 degrees or more with the sails balanced as well as I can.