David Flynn
December 8, 2015
Quantum Expert Answer
It is always faster to be slightly under trimmed than over trimmed on the mainsail downwind. Obviously we all would like to have the perfect trim 100% of the time but this is very hard to achieve. A recommendation is to lean toward the main that is just slightly luffing. Look for the bubble that will begin to form around the luff near the first spreader; this will keep you fast and on your feet. The over-trimmed main does not utilize its full potential as far as optimum shape for speed.