Overview
Fast steering is minimal steering. Avoid big rudder angles; pair steering with quick trim changes.
Objectives
- Use small helm inputs.
- Coordinate steer-and-trim.
- React to puffs and lulls without over-correcting.
Key Concepts
- Rudder drag
- Feathering
- Surf timing
Drills
- Hold a straight wake with fingertip helm.
- Upwind: nudge up in puffs.
- Downwind: bear away in lulls.
Common Mistakes
- Over-steering.
- Steering without matching trim.
- Chasing every small shift.