he is using the jib to steer the boat
Scout


"Bart Senior" wrote in message
. net...
The answer is simpler than that. Read the hint I posted.

Jeff Morris wrote

You can point higher when motor sailing. The main can easily be
oversheeted,
but usually the jib can't be. The net VMG will be better even though
the
sails
aren't as efficient. Also, the ride will be easier than powering
straight
into
a chop.


"Bart Senior" wrote in message

Another question inspired by a Dutch sailor. I caught on
to what he was doing, because I was not occupied with
anything else at the time. No one else on board did.

Impress me with your genius! [15 points]

While motor sailing, close hauled, you trim your jib so that it is
slightly luffing?

Why would you do this?