When your destination lies downwind, but high seas bring a danger of broaching, a drogue is the tool of choice. A drogue will slow you down so that you can move at a safe speed down the wave face, while allowing you to continue sailing on your course.
For boats up to 7,000 lbs.
The Fiorentino drogue is superbly crafted, and comes with:
Stowage Bag
The Para-Ring system (also used in the para-anchor) prevents shroud line tangles and inverted canopies
Retrieval handles sewn to the top of the drogue make retrieval easy
A drogue is any device towed from the stern that slows a boat's movement through the water to increase steering control and allow for directional stability. You can use a manufactured drogue, but rode bights, tires and various kinds of warps can also be used as drogues.