Timbo, there are better sailors than me around and you might be one of them. But from a speed point of view I'd advise against dropping the traveller unless you're having trouble laying a mark.

Butch about a foot should be fine. Keep an eye on your rig and you'll soon get a feel for the correct setting with your rig. Timbo is right leach lines are very important for max performance.

Last edited by Scarecrow; 03/28/09 01:58 AM.