There has been extensive discussion about the advantages/disadvantages
of hull types in specific situations, especially with regard to the
following video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxvP3DWi7_k

While I believe the other thread covers many points of view, I'd like to
know what others believe the boat owner could have done in a
hypothetical situation similar to one one shown.

Presume you boat is disabled for the following reasons:

1) The engine will not start because a rope is wrapped around the prop.
Assume also that there is enough water in the diesel fuel to require
your extended attention below decks before be able to attempt restarting
the engine. In other words, there is no "quick fix" to get you motoring
again.

2) You have been completely dismasted and the prevailing wind is pushing
you onto shore, through a breaking surf zone similar to the one shown in
the video

3) The depths in the surf zone range from about thirty feet (where you
are at present) to zero. The bottom is sandy/rocky.

4) Your batteries are dead, but you've already activated the GPS EPIRB.

5) You have passengers on board that can not fend for themselves.


What are your options?