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boat will slowly return to floating on its side. From here, you will be able to carry out a
standard capsize recovery.
To enable the boat to be righted from inversion, the minimum recommended crew weight
is 40 kg. Alternatively, more leverage for righting can be gained by standing up on the
inverted gunwhale, and pulling the tip of the daggerboard.
If you come up under the boat just after it has inverted, you will find plenty of air and head
space in the cockpit. However, this situation can be a worry for the safety-boat crew as
they cannot see where you are, so quickly duck under the cockpit side to the outside of the
boat to show that you are OK. If you are tired or cold and need assistance, stay next to
the inverted boat by holding the side safety lines and try to attract the attention of a rescue
boat.
WARNING
If the boat has capsized “on top” of you, or “to windward” as it is known, there is
more chance of the boat inverting. You should ensure that you and your crew are
well clear of the hull as the boat fully inverts. Remember to keep hold of a rope that
is attached to the boat, i.e. the jib sheet or main sheet
WARNING
If the mast is lying into the wind during a capsize recovery, the boat will flip up
quickly and may capsize again. In this situation, be prepared to climb in and balance
the boat quickly.
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