Re: [Paddlewise] rescue pod

Julio MacWilliams wrote:
> 
> I have been thinking about making a rescue bag that would
> keep a person warm and afloat at sea. My initial idea was to
> use one of those 'space blanket' bags, with big sponsons on
> the side.  The idea of the bubble wrap is good improvement, it
> would also protect the body when hitting rocks.
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Julio,

Did you consider the bubble type reflective foil blanket product
used for wraping the outside of hot water tanks to reduce heat loss
among other things? You are thinking of a body pod much
like the hang glider pilots insert their torsos into
while suspended under the hang glider? Cool! Hope this helps,
as the material will offer you some bouyancy as well as insulation
properties. 
Just seal it into the shape you want. It should roll up into a small
enough survival package I would imagine. Hope this is of value to you.

Regards,


Philip
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