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Originally Posted by RWebb
very sad -- also makes you wonder what the death rate was for Polynesians in outrigger canoes
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I doubt it is higher than NFL players on the water. Mainliy because the Polynesians had/have respect for the water.
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Originally Posted by KevinP73
Mine is a 17' wood kayak (CLC Kit) The times I've ventured any real distance off shore I'd constantly get offers of rescue from boaters and on one occasion the Coast Gaurd themselves.
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Mine is wooden also, built it from a kit, Newfound. Marine plywood hull with cedar strip deck. I've been in rough seas, 5-6 foot swells. They are sea worthy vessels for sure.
I feel for the families not to much for them. If you don't show respect you recieve none. Mother Nature could care less if you are a professional athelete.