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From: <bobvolin_at_optonline.net>
subject: Re: [Paddlewise] RE: PFDs
Date: Wed, 23 Apr 2003 12:49:53 -0400
Dana wrote:
> Perhaps the insurance companies that insure the tour operators, 
> require PFDs
> as a condition for insurance.


That is my understanding.  Moreover, at least some of them require that paddlers wear footgear at all times, since they claim that statistics show that foot injuries (cuts, punctures) are the most frequent kayaking injury.

Bob V

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