Re: [Paddlewise] Fox 40 Throw line

From: Michael Daly <mikedaly_at_magma.ca>
Date: Fri, 19 Mar 2004 15:47:43 -0500
On 19 Mar 2004 at 12:55, Sean Peterson wrote:

> I have never seen this before.  While it is a nifty ideal from a
> throwing perspective, I noticed that the strength of the line is only
> rated to 900 lbs. The throwbag I use has rope rated to 2,500 lbs.

The last time I checked, WW safety lines were expected to meet 1100lb 
rating.  Ditto rescue belts on PFDs.  Tow belts on sea kayak PFDs are 
rarely rated at 1100lb - I think mine is around 600.  My WW PFD has a 
two inch belt, the SK's is only 1.5 inch.

I can't see any need for anything stronger in SK.  Many of us are 
still trying to find a meaninful use for the rescue lines under CG 
regs.

Mike
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