Pete:

I did that in 1980 off the coast of Freeport Texas in 14 foot rollers. It was a HOOT and scary. All you could see was the top 3-4 feet of the competitors mast. Had to really watch you didn't hit someone. We were weightless for a second or two. Real rush.

Doug Snell
Hobie 17
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