Originally Posted by catman
Just wondering.....will the average crew go through the wing during a capsize on a 72 or bounce off. It's going to happen. Might need more than a helmet.


I'd expect they are wearing some body protection as well; probs similar stuff worn when ski racing:

Skid lid
Back; rib and kidney protection
Arm and leg protection


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