| The reason for this is that the main rudder is too large to be managed comfortably by the helmsperson without some kind of step-down gear. |
| If weather helm builds further, it can limit the ability of the helmsperson to steer the boat, which can be turned towards but not effectively away from the wind. |
| Operation should be straightforward enough that a helmsperson will engage the system even for short absences from the helm, for example during a quick trip to the nav-station. |
