Basic Gybing a Sailboat
Basic Gybing a Sailboat: 1) Preparation 2) Maneuver 3) Swapping Hands/Helms Commands: Helmsman/Helmsperson gives the command: "Prepare to gybe." This gives the crew a chance to get ready and set up for the maneuver. Trim main sheet. Helmsman puts the tiller away from the mainsail, (windward side) and gives the command: "Gybe-ho." This notifies the crew that the boat is…