Yup, that's the speed. It can be dangerous. During races they are required to wear impact vests and helmets.
Another innovation is a new kind of harness for the connection to the sail that releases above a certain force. A lot of the injuries are related to still being attached to the sail and being thrown into it during the crash, where you hit the hard carbon boom or mast instead of being flung clear into the water. That harness prevents that kind of catapult.
Another innovation is a new kind of harness for the connection to the sail that releases above a certain force. A lot of the injuries are related to still being attached to the sail and being thrown into it during the crash, where you hit the hard carbon boom or mast instead of being flung clear into the water. That harness prevents that kind of catapult.