Re: [Paddlewise] Palm BAs (PFD)

From: Robert Starling <Robert_at_Starling.Com>
Date: Tue, 03 Mar 1998 06:05:09 -0500
At 05:39 PM 3/2/98 -0800, you wrote:
>I have thought about getting a Palm buoyancy aid (PFD) but noticed that
>they were not US Coast Guard approved. Do those of you using them just
>figure that because you obviously have a PFD on, no one will check to
>see if it is approved? Also, I have wondered if I was out and did get
>checked, what would happen?

Considering the disparity between all types of PFDs, from cushions to Kmart
versions to high-end fashion vests back to the old orange 1960s models that
have been under the boat seat for 25 years, I doubt the rank and file Coast
Guard officer would ever notice.  I suspect they have more pressing matters
than to deal with.

Robert -- Orlando, FL

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