>Sometimes however when I sail single-handed my first reef is
>to get rid of the genoa altogether. This certainly induces weather
>helm, but I compensate by raising the centreboard somewhat.
What do you mean ‘get rid altogether’ – do you replace it with a jib or do you sail under main only?
If you sail under main only, how well can you point upwind in your experinece?
Thanks
Best regards
Mato