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Re: Floatation
By:Stephen Bumb
Date: 8/4/1998, 2:29 pm
In Response To: Re: Floatation (Rich Kuchar)

> I like Steve's idea - using the 2L soda bottles. Re the foam
> I'd also be concerned about trapping moisture between foam and deck
> & hull. The inflatable bags are also a good idea. They're standard
> equipment for whitewater boats & are readily available in several
> different sizes & shapes. You might also consider styrofoam peanuts
> in a mesh bag. That will allow removal for airing, drying or repair.
> Rich

Rich great idea for a removable flotation bag. With the syrofoam you don't have to worry about ballons or air bags popping.

Messages In This Thread

Floatation
Jim Ward -- 8/3/1998, 5:02 pm
Re: Floatation
Timothy - Toronto, Ontario -- 8/5/1998, 3:16 pm
Re: Floatation
Rich Kuchar -- 8/4/1998, 9:04 am
Re: Floatation
Stephen Bumb -- 8/4/1998, 2:29 pm
Re: Floatation
Mark Kanzler -- 8/4/1998, 10:23 am
Re: Floatation
paul lund -- 8/4/1998, 2:09 am
Re: Floatation
Martin Foil -- 8/4/1998, 11:13 am
Re: Floatation
Stephen Bumb -- 8/4/1998, 1:14 am
Will bottles (or balloons) absorb expansion?
Pete Ford -- 8/4/1998, 1:40 pm
Re: Will bottles (or balloons) absorb expansion?
Stephen Bumb -- 8/4/1998, 2:40 pm
Re: Will bottles (or balloons) absorb expansion?
Mark Kanzler -- 8/4/1998, 2:49 pm
Re: Floatation
Mark Kanzler -- 8/4/1998, 10:19 am
Mother-In-Law
Mike R -- 8/4/1998, 1:05 pm
Re: Mother-In-Law
Mark Kanzler -- 8/4/1998, 1:26 pm
Re: Floatation
Mark Kanzler -- 8/3/1998, 6:25 pm