Re: trailing a long line for MOB.
I'm speculating here, but grabbing a wet line moving at 5-6 knots might be challenging. I remember water skiing as a kid, and if dad didn't get enough power on to lift us, the slow speed tow was pretty tough to put up with. In order to catch hold, hang on and work your way up to the boat, someone with decent arm strength would still need knots about every foot or foot and a half.
I also expect the experienced hands here to recommend being tethered to a jack line anytime one is single handing. But, I must admit that while I have the safety harness I've never rigged a jackline and clipped in.
Bob
