Re: [Paddlewise] PFD's

From: Joy E. Hecht <jhecht_at_capaccess.org>
Date: Thu, 14 May 1998 10:28:32 -0400 (EDT)
On Thu, 14 May 1998, Philip Wylie wrote:

> Previously there was mention of 'PALM' PFD's as being
> an excellent choice. I have looked at stolquist
> and the female model (mens were not available so no
> wise cracks)


Sorry for a brief annoyed email, but I have to respond to that!  When
women are forced to buy men's gear or ostensibly "unisex" gear that is
designed for men because there is no alternative, that is just taken for
granted. 

See what it's like.  You're not going to get wisecracks, it's just as 
appropriate for you to look at women's gear as for us to be continually 
forced to make do with things designed for men's height, build, etc.


Okay, I've vented, I won't stay mad about the double standard behind that 
comment!


Joy Hecht
Arlington VA
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