Ängle of Heel- sail Trim
Posted: Thu Dec 30, 2010 7:24 am
Out yesterday in 15 to 20 Knots on Pittwater. No crew as moveable ballast- (My non-crew was lazing on a side bunk, so on one tack, 2 persons to windward, other tack 0 persons to windward.)
Storm Jib plus Full main- heel 15 to 25 degrees.
Storm Jib plus reefed main- heel 10 to 20 degrees.
Wind speed based on estimation and weather forecast. Next time I am in need of retail therapy I will buy a wind speed indicator.
Boat was under control at all times, with weather helm in gusts, but no broaching. Balance better with reefed main.
For solo sailing an Auto pilot is a major benefit. Only used for short bursts while sorting things out, but invaluable.
Storm Jib plus Full main- heel 15 to 25 degrees.
Storm Jib plus reefed main- heel 10 to 20 degrees.
Wind speed based on estimation and weather forecast. Next time I am in need of retail therapy I will buy a wind speed indicator.
Boat was under control at all times, with weather helm in gusts, but no broaching. Balance better with reefed main.
For solo sailing an Auto pilot is a major benefit. Only used for short bursts while sorting things out, but invaluable.