[quote=Dogboy]The problem I always found with the "Hawaiian" righting system or any other self-retracting system is that you always end up fighting the bungee cord. Because there is so much line in the system, the cord needs to be pretty strong to retract the righting line and therefore, it can be difficult to pull out which means you are trying to lean against a bungee cord and/or the righting line is trying to retract and pull out of your hands. So yes, these systems store very nicely on the boat when not being used, but when you actually need to use them, they are not the most efficient.
I find the simple righting line thrown over the hull to be the easiest to use. Store it in a pocket on the tramp or tied off to the tramp lacings. It takes a couple seconds longer to take out and stow, but is really versatile and easy to use when you need it. I usually take the line and wrap it once or twice around my harness hook and then hold it with my hand. This means my arms take virtually zero strain when leaning back.
I also usually keep a righting bucket on my boat if I'm sailing solo or there aren't any other boats around. I've never actually used the bucket yet though, so can't speak to its usefullness.
Regarding shroud extenders, you really need to be careful with these IMO. Keep in mind that you are detaching part of your rigging when you use them. You need to have a captive mast base system on your boat or use a retaining wire otherwise you will likely dismast when popping the shroud. You also have to consider how you will re-attach the shroud on the water once the boat is righted. If you are solo, this could be quite difficult.
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