Re: [Paddlewise] Being Seen At Night--LEDs etc.

From: <JSpinner_at_aol.com>
Date: Tue, 6 Mar 2001 12:42:05 EST
In a message dated 3/6/01 9:54:13 AM, rdiaz_at_ix.netcom.com writes:

<< But since the LED scene is an evolving one, I am wondering

what handle anyone might have on their effectiveness in being seen on a

kayak paddling after dark. >>

My primary thought is that paddling with others who bright lights on their 
boats or selves is that I am blinded to some degree by the lights. I can't 
see the rock or tree branch or even unlit boats I'm actually paddling with 
past most lights. I wonder about a type of lighting that won't increase the 
danger to fellow paddlers. The other comment is the obvious, that the higher 
the light is, the more visible it will be to the boats around the 
person/people.

Joan Spinner
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