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Ten Tips for Mainsail Trimmers
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On most boats, the mainsail is the biggest sail and therefore affects your upwind speed more than any other speed variable. It also has a lot to do with pointing ability. So if you are the person holding the mainsheet (whether you are the helmsperson or a dedicated mainsail trimmer), it’s important to do as good a job as possible. Pre-race mainsail set-up Like almost every other crew job, being a good mainsail trimmer requires practice and…