I don't have a sock and am simply trying to capture & bag a spinnaker on a small cat. The problem is that, when I release the halyard and try to pull the tack in from the tip of the pole, everything seems to want to drop in front of the boat and then "shrimp" under. I know that heading directly downwind w/ the main out is supposed to help, but are there any other tips as far as technique goes (besides buying a sock <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />)? Is there some other line to attach to help? (Seems like I've heard of one used on the "belly" of the spin...) When dousing, should I release the sheet and let it blow free, or try to use the clew corner to help get it onto the boat? Any help would be greatly appreciated!