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The question is related to VMG (velocity made good) to describe boat speed made relative to the direction of the wind.
VMG/sailing performance for specific boats on various points of sail is sometimes described by way of a polar plot or polar diagram. The information that supports these diagrams is derived from velocity prediction programs (VPP), which take into account the boat's displacement, sail area, and righting moment.  Using a polar diagram for a particular boat, the crew on board is able to gauge the boat speeds that they should be able to attain for best performance for that boat design on every point of sail.

From what I can tell the development of polar plots for various designs seems to be a relatively recent thing. 
Since the CO26 is an older design, I am curious whether a polar diagram has ever been developed for our boats?

I looked into this a few years ago.  Depending on the carrier, you can expect to spend anywhere from  $5-6k shipping a CO26 across from Halifax to Vancouver.

I believe Sailrite offers plans and a kit to make one of these jib bags.   
When at anchor, I often stuff the headsail in its bag while the sail is still hanked on and then use the halyard to lift the bag off the deck.   This keeps the sail contained and gives enough room to still work the anchor tackle.

This is great!  Thanks for posting the pics!

Shannon,
In Vancouver, the closest source I have found for edgebanding in several varieties of wood is Windsor Plywood, located on West 7th Avenue (at Fir).   You could also try PJ White Hardwoods (Kent St.) or Absolutely Hardwoods in New Westminster.   Let me know how you make out.

Re: Farymann K34M starting.  In over 5 years of ownership and regular use, we have never had any problems starting the engine.  We have been fortunate to have the engine start everytime on the first go (except when I have forgotten to open the fuel supply valve at the tank ).   

BTW: I can also vouch for my experience with the folks at Entec West.  I have had great support and prompt service when ordering the occasional replacement part for the engine.

I just replaced two of the foresail halyards on my 1981 JJT CO26 and bought 90ft of 7/16" for each one.  These run through turning blocks at the base of the mast to line clutches on the cabin top on each side of the companionway hump.   This also makes them long enough to use for lifting something from the water to the foredeck, when necessary.

I too would be interested in a group buy on a Cape Horn Windvane for my boat, depending on the discount available.

We purchased an Achilles LT-2 inflatable dinghy two seasons ago.  After two seasons with this dinghy, we really like it and it has served very well as a tender for our coastal cruising uses. 

Dimensions are:  Length: 7' 4", Beam: 4.0', Weight: 40lbs,  Load Cap: 690 lbs.  Tube diameter is 13".  Two inflatable chambers. 

Advantages: Relatively light and holds two adults comfortably;  Inflates and deflates easily and quickly and is easily stored in its carry bag.   I have found the dinghy quite secure and stable, even two people aboard in rougher water. 

Disadvantages:  I would not want to row long distances in this dinghy, especially against a stronger headwind or tide. ( Note:  A small outboard of 2-3hp would probably be a help when using it in larger/more exposed anchorages).   Also, one needs to be more careful than with a hard dinghy on rocky shores/beaches.

Since the dinghy is a continuous tube, including the transom, this dinghy does not have self-bailing capability, from the factory.   When towing the LT-2 in rougher weather, the wind can blow it around quite a bit (even against the hull).  Also, water spray or rain can accumulate in the dinghy, making it heavy and hard to tow and very difficult to lift/drain out the water.   We have avoided this, by: 1) having the dinghy tied upside down on the foredeck on shorter passages, or 2) deflating and stowing the dinghy, either on the foredeck or below, when making longer passages in rougher weather.  Since it can be quickly inflated and deflated/stowed (<10 minutes, each way), this is not usually a problem.