Re: [Paddlewise] flares - handheld vs. 12 gauge?

George,

After watching a flare demonstration in Wayne Horodowich's video on
recoveries and rescues, I realized that my handheld flares were not
sufficient by themselves. The sky blazer type flares had a lot of misfires
and burned fingers frequently so I ruled them out. IMHO, the best flares for
ease of use and dependability were the 12 gauge pistol flares. Granted the
25 gauge would be better, but they are too big and bulky for a kayak.

I bought a 12 gauge pistol and keep the gun, shells, handheld flares in a
dry bag that is either kept behind my seat or in my day hatch. Using a
"real" drybag has kept them in perfect condition and I never was much of a
fan of keeping pyrotechnics on my body.

Steve Holtzman
----- Original Message -----
From: "george ruta" <nckayak_at_capital.net>
To: "paddlewise" <PaddleWise_at_paddlewise.net>

> i'm considering replacing with
> the shotgun shell version thinking they may be more waterproof.
>
> does anyone have experience with them in a kayak setting? ideas on where
to
> store the rather bulky pistol?

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