I have read a lot of posts that advise stacking weight in the bow when going upwind. Several of them say forward weight reduces pounding in short high waves.
This may differ between boats, but how much weight is needed up in the bow to have any worthwhile effect?
Do you still need the weight forward when seas are not too high?
To plan for stacking weight forward what items do most people prefer to handle - water, tools, sails?
Adrian