On Thu, 24 Jul 2003 13:53:06 -0400, "Simple Simon"
wrote:

Yes, the proper yacht is designed with a bit
of weather helm under a balanced sailplan.


Agreed. But your earlier description with the C of E forward of the
CLR would induce lee helm. Weather helm is induced by keeping the C
of E aft of the CLR.

The problem with sailing under genoa, or any other headsail, only is
that it induces lee helm (C of E is forward of CLR).

Jack




"Jack Dale" wrote in message news

Wouldn't this setup induce lee helm? I prefer a small amount of
weather helm.

Jack