I would like to know if anyone has any great insight on this problem:
In the past week, there was a solo race across Lake Michigan. While a particular 38' boat was under control of the autohelm, one of the particpants, while tethered to the boat, was apparently flipped overboard. They found the boat and attached body washed up on shore.
When sailing alone, what has anyone come up with to do if you get flipped overboard? That is the question. What preparations can you make in advance so you can get back in the boat? Stop the boat? Get Help?
To start the discussion, the a Coast Guard person said I should wear a portable VHF on a line around my neck. In my perview, all that does is give you two alternative ways of buying the farm.
Note: There are no wrong or right answers. No one seems to have an answer to this question.