Well, our new (to us) sailboat had all kinds of stuff on it. One of the nice
perks was a Tiller Pilot. I did not realize how nice it would be. Yesterday
I was sailing with my wife and daughter and I decided to try to single hand
(using the tiller pilot). I motored out of the marina. I engaged the tiller
pilot and had it hold the boat into the wind. I went forward and raised the
sails. Returning to the cockpit, I took the tiller let the boat fall off
until the sails filled then killed the motor. It was so easy, I am spoiled.
I know not to rely on it, because I may not have it when I need it, but it
sure is nice. I must admit, I felt a little guilty using the electronic
technology, but it was still sailing. You don't have that same feeling you
get when you use only the wind and water.....
Like I said, I felt a little guilt (
That said, I will be using the tiller pilot again next weekend ;o)
I named the tiller pilot after my wife; I named it "Tammy2"

Happy Sails,
John