Ok today I met one of the clubs instructors for an opportunity to learn how to get back in the boat whenever I capsize. Instructor (5'7'-150lbs) was excellent at it. scooped himself right out of the water into the cockpit no problem me on the other hand..well big problem. After three tries including taking off my lifejacket I just didn't have the strength to get back in. Most of the problem is my weight and also both shoulders are shot. One has a pin the other has a torn rotator cuff. Finally instructor makes loop for foot and I with him help get back in the boat. Shed a little blood tonight. I'm going to make a step out of good rope and have hooks so that I can place them under the cockpit lip and be able to easily get back into the boat. I have to tell you I was a little nervous about capsizing the boat and they righting and getting back in. Funny I capsized myself and the boat never did go over
I've only sailed the fish twice but really just enjoy it. Anyone have the same or similar experience like this and if so did you ever get back in??
I've only sailed the fish twice but really just enjoy it. Anyone have the same or similar experience like this and if so did you ever get back in??