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[quote=MN3][quote=csmonte]MN3 - you said jump through the window. What is considered the window? the area between the sail and boom, the boom and the tramp? where is the "window."  thanks.
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My window can be seen (White Spin) - the other boat (black spin) does not have a window
[img]http://asnstudios.com/images/585_3938127331800_1557159659_n.jpg[/img]
if you have no window you should try to go under the boom... or land in the sail ... just not the boom (can break bones)

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In the flip I attempted to hang onto the boat but at the time couldn't find anything quick enough, so knowing that I was going over and probably couldn't get away from failing into the sails, I somewhat successfully tried to roll onto my back slightly curled to minimize the impact on the sail.  I did NOT want to jump feet first or in any "pointy" position. I have really nice sails which I don't want to replace.[/quote]

"when things go as planned" ... when going over, I  drop the tiller extension (i have broken a few trying to hold on to them), slide down the tramp (but try to clear any cleats/blocks) and hold on to the mainsheet for dear life. in heavy air a boat can sail away from you on its side... and even fast swimmers will typically not be able to catch it...<em>Edited by MN3 on Dec 30, 2015 - 09:47 AM.</em> [/quote]

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