The magic of a balanced helm

[@patdalton4480]

I gues it all takes practice. I stumbled on it too...I can't do it if it is choppy and it is easiest to windward at about a 50 degree angle to the wind... thanks for your comment.

[@drawingboard82]

I accidentally managed this the other day whilst testing my autopilot. Ended up leaving the autopilot on as a rudder lock only and sailing close hauled for 20 miles. I still dont quite know how, because every time Ive tried that in the past it hasnt worked!