Yeah, you guys got it - I truly have helmed a schooner. Though, it was for a somewhat longer distance than could be covered in half a minute, Sharm. ;)
Okay, the Take Two questions, then...
Sharm - I'm guessing Lie on this one. I doubt the weather was THAT bad recently. ;)
Ultim1337Gamer - True, I guess? It's not THAT complicated a maneuver, if you're in decent shape.
mostly useless - Not knowing precisely how taxi culture is in the UK, I'll go with True. *EDIT* Dammit. :)
Prince of Sarcasm - Surprisingly many are. True.
As for me, I'm a prize-winning tentacle porn author.