Mr sail7sea,
I think your idea is really only survival tactics.....this thread is looking at getting the most out of the down wind leg. Personally your strategy will only stunt any performance while racing & generally not the choice of trim for the top sailors.
Marcus
My intent in round about way was only to help Bobcat stay upright or keep his mast,
whose posted picture clearly showed letting out the main is not the trim of choice,
however for a novice, it is a strategy to consider.
