Trying to right the boat in the manner you describe will not work. Minimally, the bows need to face the wind and the "power right" position (wind quartered between the bow and mast) is even better. Putting crew weight on the bow or stern will swing the boat around. This is a little tricky on the H16 because of the low bow/stern hull volumes.



The power right technique is explained in Rick White's Cat Racing for the 90's book and on at least one of his videos (not sure which one). Highly recommended.