Re: [Paddlewise] PFD Zippers/whistle

From: Kirk Olsen <kork4_at_cluemail.com>
Date: Tue, 18 Feb 2003 14:38:28 -0800
On Tue, 18 Feb 2003 13:48:25 -0800, "al.m" <al.m_at_3web.net> said:
> My very-very basic front-zip PFD doesn't have any pockets, so I tied a 1
> ft nylon shoe-lace to a whistle and sewed the other end to the outside edge
> of fabrique at the neck opening about 3" above the end of zipper and 2-3"
> aside
> it.  

Some of the local kayak/canoe races supply whistles with a little coiled
strap, designed to fit over your wrist.  I wrapped the loop through the
shoulder
strap on my pfd.  It's not in the way and I can reach it without
letting go of the paddle.

Kirk
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  Kirk Olsen
  kork4_at_cluemail.com
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