If there is to be a failure, let's hope it is swift. Withstanding any ocean swell for any period of time is the question. Care on a run and broad reach may be required; I suspect the stern may submerge in a following swell of any significant proportion. No nets is a very bad idea. Shake out should be in an ocean swell, which may be a distance off shore. Cuts and bruises to be expected.


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