Peter Clinch wrote:

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Seems rather less contrived.

Agree.

My suggestion would be to let the swimmer hang on to his stern (if
needed he can push down). I'd only pull the 'wet' boat about 1/3 up (to
a stable position, leaving 2/3 of the weight on the water.), then I
would let the swimmer climb (ladder) in from his stern. Of course I let
the boat slip gently back into the water - no reason to take it all the
way over.

As you both pointed out, I too find the stress on the boats tremendous!

hilsen / regards
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