[quote=rattlenhum][quote=martyr]Thank you for the clarification about the shroud extentions, I would assume that my boat being a H16 would not need them. I've looked my set up over today and it has the righting lines connected to a long shock cord which goes from the dolphin striker to the rear bar and has a couple of pulleys near the rear bar. I assume this is how it should be set up. Also, I see that the aft part of the righting line needs to be tied off to the rear rudder casting or rudder pin? Is that correct? I've removed my rudders for a little sanding and cleaning up so I tied off the righting line to the rear frame post for now. So when I reinstall the rudders and tiller assembly, where exactly do I tie that righting line?[/quote]
You don't necessarily need shroud extenders, but, unless you always sail with something like 290 lbs+ crew weight, you will need an aid to right in all conditions. Your lines were probably connected to the rudder pins (that's common). For a cleaner install, some drill a hole in the rear deck lip and attach with some 3/16" line and a stopper knot.
I don't like the bungied systems for the reasons Dogboy stated above (over two years ago!). I use a piece of dock line tied to the front beam near the mast much like klozhald (nice moniker.....I just now got it!). It has the knots for hand holding, but no splice. Instead, it has another strategically place knot down low for hooking to my trap harness. That way, I'm not holding my weight up with my arms, and they are free to climb the line (as the boat comes up) and/or deal with the large Murrays righting bag (with tackle) that I carry when solo.
Some will say that, if there's enough wind to knock you down, there's enough to get you back up. The wind does help, but I disagree with this statement. Especially lake sailing here it's not uncommon to get a gust capable of knocking you down, but then not get another strong blow for a long time.....not fun when most of the lake is lined with rip-rap that you're drifting toward.
Whatever system you utilize, proper technique is very important. I strongly recommend that you practice righting in controlled conditions and with help standing by so that you are better prepared to deal with the inevitable in less than ideal conditions.[/quote]
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