ok i have sailed today with my h14 for one of the first time...
wind an big waves...
no problem until i capsize into a wave.
the boat doesn't turtle so i grab the line to right it but....i can't i need the help of the baywatch.
my weight is 75kg (200 lbs)it's possible
or i do something wrong?
i think the line was short and thin,the last owner doesn't have a lot of cure of the boat...
here are the questions:
1)wich is the best system to put the line(i.e. hawaiian style)
2)lenght and size af the line and bungee plus hardware
3)how to put this on the boat
sorry maybe is a stupid question but i really need help...
thanx to all an good wind
max
p.s. sorry my english

200 lbs should be *plenty* to right a H14. First of all check your mast to see if it's filling with water. If it is, then it needs to be re-sealed. If you put the mast in the water by itself it should float and if you push it under water it shouldn't bubble anywhere.

Unfortunately I'm far from my H14 right now so I can't measure anything for you. Good luck though!

Hmm, 75 kg does not convert in 200lb (or vs) something is off here. Nevertheless either one should be good enough for a Hobie 14.
A short righting line (or system) will give you a lot of trouble. There are a good variety of ways to attach the righting line (or system). A very simple way to do the trick is to tie a line to the dolphin striker (if your hobie has one) or to the x-bar. During a capsize you throw the line over the hull in the air. The line should be long enough to place your body in a way that you get the greatest possible force pulling downwards. If you wear a harness it it might help to be able to hook your harness to the line. If you sail without a trap it might help to place a couple of knots in the line to make it easier to hold on to it.
Patrick

If the boat has a righting line then you should practice in shallow water with low wind. Just capsize the boat and then practice righting it. Try to get the righting line over the top hull then lean out until the boat is righted. Beware! Don't let the hull hit you in the head when it comes down.