Mike Gillum wrote:Old habits die hard and bad habits are virtually impossible to break!
Or something to that affect.
Yep. That's what makes it a challenge.
Usually, I get a light amount of weather helm going upwind, I guess that means the rudder is inside those 5° of deflection. I plan on focusing on my gust response, because my reflex is just to head up - and on my tacks. Getting them consistent, so I don't rush them with too much rudder and stop, or the opposite.
First step will be a longer tiller extension. Mine's too short to use easily when I sit fully forward. And it's short enough that it wedges easily between coaming and tiller. Any suggestions on optimal length?