Re: [Paddlewise] FW: sponsons

Is Ingram the only supplier of sponsons?  Where can I get the air bladders so
that I can make my own?  Whereas they probably have no place in sudden storm
conditions, sponsons are probably worth having for towing an incapacitated boat
and/or paddler.

Chuck Holst wrote:

> >>>
> At 04:46 PM 1/28/98 -0800, rdiaz_at_ix.netcom.com wrote:
>
> >
> >My opinion, for what it is worth, is that having a set of sponsons along
> >on club trips or group trips may not be a bad idea for an injured or a
> >paddler who has been a bit shaken by continuing dumping.
>
>
> I agree they might come in handy during emergencies, although Ive never
> tried them. The problem is...where to get them. I will not under any
> circumstance purchase a set of Tim's.
>
> Wayne
>
> PS-Jackie is my hero. Jackie for Paddlewise Paddlequeen.
> >>>
>
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> Since the clips have to be installed and adjusted beforehand,
> how would a set of sponsons carried by the leader benefit a
> paddler who probably is not set up for them?
>
> Chuck Holst
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