Maxprop wrote:

"Walt" wrote in message


I wasn't sure whether you needed one of these to qualify:
http://www.capecodfrosty.org/


That's kewl. Actually a lot of frostbiting is done in prams, like El Toros
and Sabots. Not sure what the attraction is for smaller boats--perhaps the
reasoning is that a larger dink might take longer to right after a capsize.
In 40 degree water hypothermia comes knocking at your door right quickly.

I think it has to do with the ease of rescue. If there's a capsize, the
RC can pluck the sailor out of the water and then do the same with the
boat - Cape Cod Frosty's are light enough that the class enforces
minimum weight requirement by having the sailor stand on a scale holding
the boat.

//Walt