Originally Posted by Isotope42
Originally Posted by waterbug_wpb
If I'm on stb tack, and pull the jib clew further to stb in an attempt to push the bows out of irons, that's the same as backwinding?

If you cross-sheet the jib, then yes - I'd have to say you're backing it. If that causes your boat to move astern, then you're subject to rule 21.3 and must stay clear of boats that are not.

Regards,
Eric

OK, this is still not clear for me. I interpreted what Jay was describing as not backwinding, but adding additional pressure to bring the bows down while maintaining the same tack. The jib is never back winded. Cross sheeting is confusing. I envisioned Jay grabbing the clew on a self tacker. ??

Philip
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