Whats the best technique?

Kevin Dutch · Post by **Kevin Dutch** » Sat Apr 26, 2008 3:41 pm

Whats the best technique for reaching in strong wind? I find the best way to sit with the beam in between your legs and throw the tiller over the back and hold on to the tiller arm's as holding on to the tiller gets in the way. I didn't know if anyone else had any other techniques?

Erling · Post by **Erling** » Mon Apr 28, 2008 8:40 am

Hi Kevin
I sit with the beam between my legs but keep the tiller in my hand.
A find a quick prayer helps

Bob Carter · Post by **Bob Carter** » Mon Apr 28, 2008 5:00 pm

Hi Kevin
Try reading "Sailing in a Blow" in the Tips section of this website.

I'm with Erling I keep holding onto the tiller extension. I reckon throwing it over the back is a mean trick designed to catch those out who duck your stern.

Have you ever sailed in the same race as 18ft skiffs or 49ers? They seem to have tiller extensions sticking out in all directions!!!!
Cheers
Bob

Andrew Hannah · Post by **Andrew Hannah** » Mon Apr 28, 2008 7:19 pm

Erling wrote:Hi Kevin
I sit with the beam between my legs but keep the tiller in my hand.
A find a quick prayer helps

Hi Erling,

Do you mean you put one foot under the rear beam and the other under the toe strap?

Steve Willis · Post by **Steve Willis** » Mon Apr 28, 2008 9:45 pm

When are you getting the boat back on the water Kevin?

We missed having your course boat out to lead the 18s this weekend.

Steve

Kevin Dutch · Post by **Kevin Dutch** » Wed Apr 30, 2008 2:13 pm

I'm hoping to get he boat back this weekend as its had bad skeg damage which happened at marconi. I can't wait to get back on the water and get some practice and training in ready for the seasalter tt

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