[Paddlewise] paddle floats

Subject: Re: [Paddlewise] Fw: paddlefloat photo

Another option is to attach an uninflated float on the deck in front of 
you. If a storm moves in you can blow it up ready to use in a 
float-assisted roll up.

For calm water you can use one of Ken Rasmussen's the solid floats attached 
on the rear deck.

A paddle loom (shaft) float looks to be a fast and easy way to ensure a 
successful roll.
http://www.zoelzer.de/eng/sicherheit.htm paddle loom float
I wonder how this device works in practice. Anyone tried it?

There are also large air bags like this one: 
http://www.seakayakermag.com/apr98/inflatdevs.htm

Rick





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