A MOB pole is the best way to mark the location of the 'lost soul'........providing of course that the event is recognized immediately or at least while the person is still in sight. The pole gives the captain and the swimmer a common target. Add a light if out much at night. Does not need to be big...

As soon as I get my camera fixed I will ad a picture. I agree this is a good boat to tinker with - can't do too much damage to it's value! I was staring at the pointy end again today figuring out how to crate anchor chain storage. I have the hull/topsides apart and I think I will bed-in a small pail...

I have just joined the group and thought some may be interested in my approach to having fun.I love to 'fiddle' with things. I am a recently retired mech eng and have a Mac 26S and an older likely unknown Customflex Mallard. The Mac is '96 and the Mallard is '68 - and weighs as much as the Mac altho...