I need help tacking. I sail a nacra 450, 1-up and just learning. Only experience besides the 4 trips in the 450 are 12 trips in a Force 5.

Here's how I do it in 5-15 knots:

Sail close hauled, traveller centered (cuz I don't want to mess with it). Ease the tiller out until I'm facing the wind. Uncleat the burdened cleat and make it tight on the new side. Boat stops, not able to tack. Sometimes I drift backwards. I backwind the jib. 2 or 3 minutes later and I'm off!

I've got Rick's video and don't see what I'm doing wrong. I also was surprised that I could tack better in 10 knots compared to 15. At least I know how to park

Any suggestions?

Danno