I was feeling pretty smug at the regatta before the last one - 2 very experienced Day Sailers capsized, we did not. Two weeks ago at the High Sierra Regatta, things changed! We went over in a puff, I was holding the sheet, but could not get if uncleated in time. Over we went. AND the boat kept rolling - completely turtle. We were on the CB, leaning out, trying to prevent it form going turtle, but it just kept on rolling. It was completely inverted. Then, just as unexplainably, it started to right itself. We managed to get it righted, bailed & finished the race (very last place - but it was matter of pride!). We now have more confidence that we can handle a capsize. Also, it's much nicer to go over in fresh water than salt! The only thing I can figure is that the mainsail must have rotated enough to allow it to right.
Steve Holmstrom
San Carlos, CA
Steve Holmstrom (RRVBob-at-aol.com)