Depends on whether we're close hauled or reaching. Close hauled I like the crew to be forward, so the sheet is in front of the shroud. Broad or beam reach we are both back aft to avoid the a p.p. i found it's easier to uncleat in front of the shroud cause the sheet to cleat distance is shorter, giving better leverage. Although it's tempting for a better grip, I try not to wrap the either sheet around my hand. Should we broach, I don't want anything to keep me from bailing to windward. <br><br>