We did have one F17 guy that used to trap downwind with success at Slip to Ship but that would be for a long leg say 9 miles on the same tack(he also had his foot strap in about the same place as the guy in Wouter's post that's trapped out). I would just worry about jibing from the trapeze in short distance buoy races. It's hard to visualize since I haven't been on the boat for a while. I just don't see how you could have that really quick jibe like you can when sailing onboard. Plus, you have more control onboard when in traffic since you have access to the mainsail if you need it.
But, who knows, maybe you'll come up with your own technique.......
Enjoy the lake! We have rain today but possibly 80 degrees tomorrow.
