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Originally Posted by jrc
"...This time of year hypothermia would be a big risk, maybe even more than collision..."
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If swamped, a kayak can be paddled to safety—especially in narrow Paugus Bay.
Now, a
Cobalt in open water...
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Originally Posted by jetskier
"...I am happy to see that now we are picking on the kayakers..."
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But does he really rate the "Captain Bonehead" moniker
Sunset was at 4:37PM according to
THIS CHART.
Two days earlier, on a "busy-risky" Saturday he still would've had 1½ hours before DST sunset, and week
days should pose a reduced risk for "cheap" boats.
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Originally Posted by jrc
"...Cheap plastic paddle boats have made it really easy for someone to get on the water and into trouble without any idea of the risks..."
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If
expensive plastic boats don't maintain a proper watch—day and night—then the lake
isn't for everybody. IMHO.