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• I was reminded today why I wear my PFD.....
  • Even with a PFD, the water temp is deadly...
    • that's why you have to get out of the water quick
      • And a reason for using inflatables! But a sad and sobering tale.
  • Very sad story Nat. A big loss to many I'm sure.
  • Skff shore boat found overturned tied to his boat.
    • I wondered about the dinghy as well.
      • keep an anchor on board at all times!
        • I do. We use it all the time. But I don't think that's the norm?
          • Agree, and rowing isn't a plus in inflatables
            • ... unless you have a Tinker.
        • Hard to do in the west...
  • Very sobering