[C38] handicap access

[Joseph Launie]

Phil,
     Thanks - good idea. Then we would have it if someone were to go 
overboard. Joe

On 1/29/2012 11:38 PM, Phil Gay wrote:
>
> I would suggest using a block and tackle connected to a halyard like 
> on a crew overboard lifesling hoist.
>
> Phil Gay
>
> *From:*listserve-bounces at catalina38.org 
> [mailto:listserve-bounces at catalina38.org] *On Behalf Of *Joseph Launie
> *Sent:* Sunday, January 29, 2012 9:43 PM
> *To:* Catalina 38 Listserve
> *Subject:* [C38] handicap access
>
> Hi,
> I recently fell and cracked a bone in my leg. It has healed but I have 
> been in  a wheelchair for months. I have lost the strength in my legs 
> and am doing rehab to get it back. It is slow. I am getting around 
> short distances with a walker. I went sailing Sunday for the first 
> time in months. My crew essentially carried me on board.
>
>     I want to know if anyone has ideas for getting handicapped folks 
> on board. I want to use the bosun's chair so they can haul me up. With 
> control lines I think they can pull it far enough aft to get me in the 
> helm cockpit. Once behind the wheel, I am fine. Any ideas? Joe 
> Launie/Macavity
>
>
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