We stack all the time off of RBF'S 32' Grand Banks. We use at least 15' separation. We do exactly the opposite of Sky Guy with the bottom back quite a ways and the top not so far. Our thinking is that you have enoUgh line to get out and over the top set up when the bottom goes.

Be smart and alway buy stackers. Cut them apart and rework the line to whatever length release you like. I am using about a 30 inch release right now so I don't have to bend over the rail. Dangerous on those long trips.

For just resetting the top I have 1 of something called a JB Line returner. Lead weight with a release off it. Place over DR cable, attach release, and lower. Line tension stops it (won't pull back up. Pretty cool actually.)
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