Your going to find that the huge chute is only good for going deep down wind. For me I would use it in any wind speed that I would sail in. Steer deep to survive and don't let off the mainsheet unless you want your mast half as long as it is now. Try to find a smaller Tornado chute. They're easier to handle and way more efficent. I can put you in touch with Robbie Daniels if your intrested. PM me here.