i club race my boat and am able to do everything solo. that is just the way i set my boat. it is easier with crew, but not as interesting at the windward mark. the club i sail from ran croection factors so fine that they had a number for new crew...short handed...solo...2 beers...it was great, but that was just the kind of sailing we did. more of an excuse to go for a sail and have a bbq. it was a lot of fun.<br><br>