Thank you to all that have responded to this question. I have learned quite a bit and I agree the 14 in those conditions was a very interesting and informative ride, I learned quite a bit on Sunday. Earlier in the day I had stuffed the bows as far as I think I could with out pitching. When I was finally able to let the mainsheet out, water was coming over the tramp haha. Once again thank you all and everything that has been said makes complete sense.