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Old 02-20-2008
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I've got to vid me doing a tack.
Catamaran tacking is 'interesting' - slow and easy when done correctly.

I punch the buttons, walk the 14 feet to the lazy winch, pause and wait until the jib backs for 3-4 seconds (depends on boat and wind speed), throw the line off - walk to the other side and trim up seldom using a winch at all.

Ten to Fifteen seconds of smooth and peaceful activity. I bet I could do it without setting down my drink even in 20 knots of wind.
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