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Old 01-12-2010, 07:14 PM   #14
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Originally Posted by Airwaves View Post
Manufacturers are only required to put flotation that will keep them on top of the water in boats of 20 feet and under. Most anything over 20 feet will sink if it takes enough water. Something to keep in mind especially if you have a bow rider in rough weather.
That's a fact I was not aware of. In fact I was under the impression that most bow riders has neutral bouyancy if swamped.

1. Do you know where one could find that regulation?
2. Is there any way to determine if a manufacturer gave the boat additional bouyancy measures?
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