Originally Posted by Matt M
Originally Posted by PTP
I have had problems righting the blade solo, weigh 165 or so. Need some wind to do it. if there are only very light winds I can't get it back up without using some type of aid.



I am 150 (68kg) and can right it solo unaided with the aluminum rig only if it is blowing around 12 or more. I can right the carbon rig myself in any condition.

To be safe when sailing solo I do now always try to carry a righting bag just in case.


Agreed. I think you need to be 175 lbs (79 kg) to right in all conditions. I weigh about 170 lbs (77 kg) and need the bag for certain light conditions (I use a heavy duty garbage bag--fill it with a couple of gallons of water and bring it up to your chest...bingo boat comes over).

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