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There will be a time when the wind dies and you are floating around with droopy sails. Don't despair. Turn to your other source of power—yourself. It is time to paddle. If you are alone, lift the rudder out of the water and sit on the stern. Dip the paddle blade fully into the water and pull it back. You can steer by changing sides every few strokes. If you have a crew, you don't need to lift the rudder. Instead, have the crew drop the jib and paddle from the bow while you steer. Change jobs often. It's tedious work, but better than sitting motionless. Besides, the odds are that if other sailors with engines see you paddling, they may offer you a tow. And if they don't, you will get home eventually.