I have a '98 26X, and sail out of Tacoma. the stern rail trick is a good idea. I find that in winds >15-20 knots, the high profile of the boat tends to push me backwards, overcoming whatever I'm doing with the sails! I have to double sheet the main and furl the jib alot to prevent overpowering the b...

:? : :macx: : Hi - I've had my boat about a year. I find that I am somewhat dissatisfied with the sailing performance, especially upwind. I just can't get the boat to point as high as I'd like, and sometimes have a hard time making any progress up wind, especially in high winds. I bought a 100 jib f...