wind as possible (use the tell tales) and you will be able to handle the power without playing the mainsheet as much. This is called ‘pinching’ and ensures you are pointing more effectively.
Specific setup varies from class to class, so consult your class association. It does make a massive difference. Mast rake (forward and backward positioning) is used as the primary means of powering-up or depowering most dinghy and catamaran rigs.
Sailing Downwind – Reaching and Running 顺⻛航⾏——横⻛和顺⻛
When using tell tales on the jib reaching downwind, sheet the sail until the windward tell tale collapses. Now ease until the leeward tell tale collapses. This will give you an idea of the sheeting ‘band’, within which you need to operate. Note that the upper tell tales will collapse first. As on a reach, exert a downward pressure on the sheet to control the leech. The jib cars can therefore be moved forward or out.