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This is a diverse role. The strategist is a key member of the afterguard, who is on a constant lookout for changes in wind direction or strength. He gives advice to the helmsman.
The strategist also helps trim the mainsail by operating the mainsheet traveller, using the aft winch behind the wheels.
And he acts as an extra pair of hands during manoeuvres. On a boat using two helmsmen, the pre-start helmsman might become the strategist once the boat is over the start line.
