I don't have a wheel, but I have seen boats with spinnaker winches that were pretty far aft and you might be able to reach them from behind the wheel. I use a tiller so when I single-hand (most of the time) it is easy except when I need to adjust the sheet and steer at the same time. I have been considering adding some ST winches and an auto pilot.
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