The second time out in my M17 when new I couldn't release the main sheet in a jibe and shipped several gallons of water over the lee gunwale and all around my buddy Vince! But not went into the cabin even though the hatch boards were not in place. Vince had a change of clothes along, so all ended well. --Gary Hyde 2005 M17 sailboat #637 'Hydeaway 2' We can't change the wind, but we can trim our sails. Sailing is a bit like "African Queening" thru life. On Feb 26, 2008, at 4:44 PM, JDavies104@aol.com wrote:
As a new M-17 single-handing sailor planning some Chesapeake Bay sailing this season, I'd also be interested in experiences of M-17 sailors in unexpected squalls, etc. Does a knock-down in an M-17 present a danger of swamping? Or (assuming the lockers are secure) does it reliably self-right? Any exciting sea-stories from the old hands?
Thanks
Rick M-17 #633 Lynne L
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