2006-07-07; 20:35:44 EDT
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Mark, First things first. Drop the pop top and lower the boom to the lower position. I use about a 100 genny in those conditions and run the sheets inside the stays to give me better sail shape. I cross sheet the genny and keep the main sheet in my hands at all times. I sit on the windward side facing leeward with one foot on the opposite seat. This way I have everything within easy reach and can adjust accordingly. If you are still overpowered, reduce the size of the main sail which is easy to do if you have the IMF. The standard main requires reefing points in the sail. Practice, practice and more practice. The beauty of the R22 is that it is easily adjustable to almost all wind conditions. The attached photo shows me using my technique. Rummy Paperport 060.jpgSee the original archive post