We have the main trimmer release the jib sheet on a tack to minimize traffic. So on a tack they, cleat the leaward traveler line, release the main a bit, release the jib sheet, move to weather right aft of the primary winch, pull traveler to weather and trim main, put a few wraps on the winch with the windward jib sheet so we are ready to tack. If your main trimmer can handle this, it will really cut down on traffic.


David Bows
Mallorca - Hull# 397
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