[quote=P.M.]No, not board friendly. It is simply learning to handle the rig. My 5.8 is set up specifically to deal with difficult surf. My side loaders for the daggers function flawlessly, so they will stay exactly where I put them. I also have the boards marked in 4" increments for depth. My rudders have oversized bungees that hold them up way above horizontal, and allow me to put them where they are needed.
A couple of challenges are to learn to sail the boarded boat without your rudders and boards. You should be able to turn without the foils and use only the main and jib to steer, second learn to back up your boat. Learning these skills will make the difficult surf, waves, and long shallow water a manageable experience. Time and experience will prevail, but you must learn to master your rig.
To add, there are certain beach, shore conditions you must evaluate and make the decision to not go, even when on the H16.[/quote]
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