lurker wrote:
...I don't want to grab the hiking straps as they look too flimsy for this job.
If they are good for hiking, they are good for pulling oneself back. I pull myself using them after capsize. Just keep an eye on them, you may need to put few stiches once in while.
lurker wrote:
The bow seems to be the place.
I usually pull my self from the bow. First I pull myself using righting line, than grab nearest hiking strap. You mentioned chop above, so try not to be hit by a crossbar.
This guy added ladder to make it easier to get back.
lurker wrote:
2. How can I deliberately capsize?
Method, that tops my list of capsizing ways, is to sit on old windward side during tack and sheet in
Happy capsizing (and recoveries)!