And don't forget to sit forward!

It reduces transom drag, may reduce wetted surface area, and reduces weather helm (which adds drag and slows you down in very light winds).

I would rate it more important than the sail settings in light winds. You can play with sail settings, but if you're not sitting forward the perfectly set sails will be wasted. (may be a slight exageration, but you've still got to sit forward)

Last edited by ncik; 02/17/09 07:59 AM.