Re: [Paddlewise] [PaddleWise] Use of a strobe

From: Tord Eriksson <tord_at_tord.nu>
Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2006 20:05:19 +0200
On Saturday 30 September 2006 18:10, Tom wrote:
>  I have been reading conflicting opinions (go figure) on whether it is
> appropriate to use a strobe at night strictly to be seen or not. Other
> articles say it should be used for emergencies only. I would like to
> hear some thoughts from the list on this.

I would say that it should exclusively be used in an emergency, as
if they are used all the time, who'll know that you're in trouble?!

Beacons on the rear deck, as not to blind you, might be a better idea,
but what colour, that's the question - a white LED maybe?

Tord
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