Hi Klaus,

You're absolutely right that it's important to sail your own course and that sometimes it's better to sail on your so you start to get to know the boat.

@ Rolf:
When there is enough wind to double trap, I try to sail the windward jib tell tales 45°. But in less windy conditions I sail them flowing backwards.

I've been talking to the crew of the Infusion and they sailed there tell tales flowing backwards all the time -> so lower. Could the extra pressure on the daggers give them so much lift the end up saling higher...?

They also steer in the gusts, while I try to steer less and play the main. This could be a second reason. (and I guess Matt is also saying to steer instead of sheeting?)

Personally I have the feeling I can make the Blade go fast; I mostly have trouble finding the correct VMG.

Gill