I just finished the sail trim quiz

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Rick Sylvester

and I'm a little puzzled (a normal state for me.) First of all, the quiz supposes wind strength of 5 to 15. Is it me or is that a huge range to expect a single correct trim (for the purposes of answering the test questions.) I mean, 5 knots is near drifting conditions and at 15 true we're almost ready to tuck one into the main. My adjustments for draft placement, twist, edge tensions, etc. are going to be quite a bit different at 5 knots than at 15 (at least on our boat.) Also, if I have LESS tension on the mainsheet won't that produce MORE twist? (assuming the vang isn't in play.) On another question regarding traveler placement, if you're not going to put it in the center, won't a decision about moving it to port or starboard require knowing what tack you're on? Anyway, maybe I'm a sailing doofus and don't know what I'm doing (no snickering please.) I'm sure you guys'll let me know. I'm not giving any of what I think are correct answers here as I really don't want to muck up honest test results but my curiousity has got the best of me.
 
Phil Herring

Phil Herring

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Sail trim quiz

Hi Rick, If at all possible, I'd like to hold this discussion for next week with Don, who wrote the quiz. You may also wantt to post this in the submitted topics for next week's forum. I'll schedule it for Day 1 and we can see what don has to say about it. The link to the submission form is on the home page, right above the quiz. Thanks! ph.
 
Phil Herring

Phil Herring

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Absolutely no apology necessary

I've had anumber of questions abnout the quiz and this will serve as a good placeholder for next week -- I appreciate your input. ph.
 
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