Sure if there is a major blow forcast we rig the heavy weather gear, but when we are "caught" it is always a judgement call to hang on or re rig with storm sails. Sure it is great to have the small tough stuff in place butit is at least a PITA to do or possibly dangerous. Don't even get me started on rigging a drouge or parachute. Good luck and fair winds. Tom Evans SV Tappan Zee Catilina Is. Ca.