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Low bridgedeck, no hatchboards
In Response To: Alerion 28 sinks in race off Shelter Island NY 
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() I suspect that the combination of having a low bridgedeck and no hatchboards in place let the water in the cockpit downflood the cabin and quickly fill the boat. A good lesson for all sailors in rough winds/seas; put your hatchboards in place.
David
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- Alerion 28 sinks in race off Shelter Island NY
- Low bridgedeck, no hatchboards
- I never realized that "heelng over" was a racing technique.
- I was pooped once about 50 miles
