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| Author: | Diver_fcd [ Tue May 31, 2016 11:26 am ] |
| Post subject: | Righting the boat |
Hi, I have been sailing my Getaway for several yrs, but usually with a partner. Because of this, I've never had to right the boat alone. Is this something I could do by myself? I carry a righting bucket and I am ~250lbs. If so, are there any tricks or tips I should know about to make righting easier other than things like releasing the sails, pointing into the wind? Thanks, Fleet |
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| Author: | dorienc [ Tue Jun 07, 2016 11:48 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Righting the boat |
At 250#, I wouldn't think you'd have a problem. I'm about 200# and can right it with no problem. I pull the boat around so the wind is quartering between the bow and the mast. |
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| Author: | PJW [ Thu Aug 18, 2016 6:50 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Righting the boat |
Once righted, the bigger issue is getting back into the boat from the water, almost impossible for most. I recommend a rope ladder that can be accessed when you are in the water. Do a test near the beach, tip it over (pull on a shroud and lean way out while someone lifts the opposite hull) and then try to right it and get aboard. |
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