In a message dated 10/22/99 8:22:01 AM, SolarFry@aol.com writes:
<< There is no need to backwind the jib. Ever. >>
There have been some moments in high winds and waves that backwind the jib
was needed. A high wave can stop a Potter 15 dead in its track or slow it
down enough to end up in irons. It all depends on the situation. It is a
skill that all sailors should have in their bag of tricks when all hell
breaks loose. I learned a long time ago not to use the word ever.
Cyruw #629
Bellingham, WA where the wind blows and waves get big