Although, I've sailed from
Eton's Neck to Greenport without Auto pilot with a locked helm. It is a
good exercise in trimming. It is something that is normally done in open
water

It's something that can be practiced anywhere. Who cares if it's only 10
minutes? It teaches trim and balance. Again, who are you debating here?
Yourself?
You seem so anxious to engage me in battle of some sort that you're inventing
POVs.
Relax.

RB