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[quote=rch701]I used to rig exclusively on a beach with my G-cat, H18, & N5.0. I would launch with the mast lashed so it doesn't bounce in waves and swim it to the beach. Pointing the bows down hill helps the mast stay put when you are getting the forestay ready. Be prepared for dropping a forestay pin into surf :( All three kids could help hold the mast head while you land the base. I would sometimes skip the mast base pin and just stick it on the ball and hand over hand walk it up from the ground and step onto the tramp. I sail my N5.2 with my 8 & 6 year old daughters and now use a gin pole. Weather apps are good these days and you can always leave the jib behind if conditions may be dicey. When kids are onboard I don't push the envelope and have never come close to capsizing. Without the kids...I broke a rib once.[/quote]

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