Re: [Paddlewise] St. Elmo's Fire ---> Lightening

From: James Lofton <n5yyx_at_etsc.net>
Date: Tue, 05 May 1998 07:10:36 -0700
Bob Denton wrote:
> 
> I woner if Carbon Fiber is a positive or negative feature (no pun
> intended) in a lightning storm.
> >
> > If you are paddling and your boat begins to glow... you are in trouble.
> >
> > Robert
> Bob Denton
>

I'm not sure how the carbon compares to the carbon fibre used in sport 
kite tubing but I know that it is very conductive.

James


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