Peter As Craig says, a well-thought-out argument. I believe you could strengthen it (only slightly) by concluding with a statement that, in an emergency, the device which can be used effectively is the best device. Any large EPIRB device which (a) must be kept internal to the kayak to avoid false triggering, or (b) must be mounted away from the cockpit to allow kayak self-rescues, or (c) must be mounted near the footpedals - to allow safe use of the cockpit is not well-placed to be used in bad sea conditions. A smaller, PLB which can be mounted on the kayaker will be available for effective use. Best Regards Paul Hayward, Auckland, New Zealand *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************Received on Sun Nov 15 2009 - 10:21:59 PST
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