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Hi, all. I was out sailing a couple of days ago and I came across 6 or 8 sailboats that were heading out towards the islands as I was heading back in toward the marina. Two of these boats were sailing under full headsail and very little mainsail, almost a stormsail set up. In one case, I thought that maybe the boat was trying to slow its speed so that the three other smaller boats accompanying it could keep up. Then I saw the other one with its sails set the same way.

Is this a common way to sail? Winds were maybe 10-13+ knots. Do any of you sail with your sails rigged this way? I am intrigued enough that I will give it a try next time out. Any information about this set up will be appreciated.

Thanks, Bill