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The first thing to do in the event
of a capsize is to spin the bows
of the boat to windward. This is
done by holding on to the bow
with your body in the water,
using your body like an anchor.
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Then climb onboard the hull but
be careful not to step to forward
of the main beam as there are
no bulkheads in the bows of the
boat (see photo)
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Un-cleat the jib and mainsail but
keep the traveler centred
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Then throw the capsize line over
the hull of the boat (yellow line
in picture). If you don't have one
already tied on you can use the
spinnaker sheets. You must tie it
from the base of the mast.
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With your body lean out while
holding on to the rope. Do not
stand on the foil as it is not
designed to take your weight
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This will bring the boat back
upright.
Capsize Protocol
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