[quote=MN3][quote]The shackle should attach to the righting bag. When you capsize, the righting line goes over the top hull. Then the hook attaches to the righting line (easiest is bowline on the bite). [/quote]
Actually... the shackle goes to the righting line and the hook goes to the bag.. look at Damon's pic. that is the correct alignment of the blocks / and most importantly the cleat
[quote]It also looks to me that the pulleys are rigged wrong. IF you look at the picture you see the line going from a bowline, through the first pulley, then through a stainless "U". This will create friction,forcing the line against the sharp edge of the U. I'm thinking it should be outside of that U, allowing freedom to run.[/quote]
It looks reved (run) correct to me, but i agree that eyestrap (u) looks like trouble (unless it swivels).
[quote]Do you attach a line to the mast & pull gently, or have a few buddies hang from a mast line, while anchoring a hull to prevent the boat from just pulling over to them? [/quote]
i would not suggest pulling a boat over via the mast... you dont wanna bend that...
I am not sure my answer is correct on how to safely capsize either.. i have never tried... but...
I would sit on the lee/low side with crew ... in 8 knots that should be plenty.. be careful when it comes down to avoid being knocked over the head. Have another boat nearby in case you need more help.
MAKE SURE YOU SEAL UP YOUR MAST PRIOR TO CAPSIZING! :) [/quote]
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