The Bravo doesn't tack like a monohull. The trick is to tack in a wider arc than you would think. My method is to start turning into the wind and don't turn the rudder past 45 degrees (it will turn into a brake if you go too far) and sheet in as I do (pull your sail in). As you pass through the wind I leave the sail a little loose/flapping (don't pull it all the way in or you will weather vane in the wind) I then cleat it and pass to the other side of the boat. Switch hands, uncleat, and you're back in business.
Conversely you can always gybe the boat (turn downwind). Just sheet in as you pass through the wind then sheet out as you complete the turn. This will keep the sail from slamming to the other side and is good practice for boomed sails.
_________________ Hobie Bravo 08 - Reepicheep
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