He may have some clever explanation, but my answer (and other who have agreed)
is correct. If he eased the jib to make it luff, he's reducing VMG for no gain;
if its luffing because he's pinching, then he's maximizing VMG and getting an
easier ride.

BTW, we often don't fly the jib when motorsailing upwind because the major
benefit is provided by the main. Having the jib up just reduces visibility.



"Bart Senior" wrote in message
. net...
Remember the fellow a lazy, smart, sailor!

Bobspirt wrote in message
...
Also, if you have your sails up you can claim ROW over motorboats, and
they aren't smart enough to see it's luffing

No. When you are motorsailing, you are a motorboat. Having your sails
up is meaningless as far as your position in the pecking order if your
engine is running, even if it is in neutral.

BB

BB, come on, get your helmet on and get in the game. He knew that. He
was
saying you could make powerboaters (who generally clear out for a sailboat
no
matter what, if they are paying attention) THINK you were sailing.