Of course many of you know this, but modern tethers have a snap shackle type connection at the lifejacket / harness for release under load (if being dragged for example). This required for offshore racing. Also, checkout Landfall Navigation <http://www.landfallnavigation.com/> for safety equipment. IMO their prices are consistently lower in this department.
FWIW, Safety equipment gets better and/or cheaper every single season. Safety procedures are also evolving every single season thanks to the rigorous studies of accidents and fatalities through by our more accomplished sailing peers. This is one area where I believe there is little to gain and potentially a lot to lose, by not letting your equipment and your practice of safety/good Seamanship evolve with the times. On Wed, Mar 29, 2017, 4:37 AM BillBinaList via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: If you are being dragged in the water, you are probably dead, or soon to be regardless of being face up or face down, or if the boat gets turned around and manages to even locate you. Set up your jacklines, etc, as if the water is really molten lava. Chances of recovery of someone who goes overboard with a full crew aboard are statistically VERY low no matter what, and if you are a single-hander, then your chances are essentially non-existent. Plan accordingly. Bill Bina On 3/29/2017 7:22 AM, Tim Goodyear via CnC-List wrote: Just a thought on the foam pfd's; if they are water ski/kayak activity vests, they probably won't keep you face up if you are unconscious (and not being dragged through the water by the jacklines). Tim Ex 35/3 _______________________________________________ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: https://www.paypal.me/stumurray All Contributions are greatly appreciated!
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