Kayak Safety Flags

Seaplane Pilot · 07-23-2010, 10:42 AM

I think it's high time that Kayakers on Winnipesaukee be required to have a safety flag on board. Here's a good one I found on line:

http://www.touringkayaks.com/gear.htm

"Possibly the most important piece of equipment beyond your pfd and paddle." Kayaks and canoes have an extremely low profile – typically 2 ft or less above water - making them hard to be seen in even the best water conditions. This is clearly a major safety problem for everyone on the water, including operators of powerboats, sailboats, fisherman, sea planes, and even other kayaks and canoes.

Kayakers should carry at least some of the burden of safety.

I'm going to contact my state rep and have them submit a bill right away.

07-23-2010, 10:42 AM	#1
Seaplane Pilot Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 1,177 Thanks: 664 Thanked 943 Times in 368 Posts	Kayak Safety Flags I think it's high time that Kayakers on Winnipesaukee be required to have a safety flag on board. Here's a good one I found on line: http://www.touringkayaks.com/gear.htm "Possibly the most important piece of equipment beyond your pfd and paddle." Kayaks and canoes have an extremely low profile – typically 2 ft or less above water - making them hard to be seen in even the best water conditions. This is clearly a major safety problem for everyone on the water, including operators of powerboats, sailboats, fisherman, sea planes, and even other kayaks and canoes. Kayakers should carry at least some of the burden of safety. I'm going to contact my state rep and have them submit a bill right away.

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