Excellent observations and description of the accident. This article brought home the importance remaining vigilant even while doing the routine.



Sailors enjoy the freedom of the ocean and often overlook the consequences. Practice MOB drills. In rough conditions 20 minutes seems like five. Constantly try to think through even the simplest tasks. Imagine where you will be thrown or what you will collide with in the event of a sudden gust. Try to be prepared for anything to happen.



Too much safety gear is not enough in the right conditions. I participated in the 99 Farallon’s race where a competitor drowned while still being tethered to the boat. End of lecture I'll end with a recent quote "The ocean has no regret and no memory." I apologize for the serious note on such a beautiful day outside.



Bruce Williams