On Sep 16, 8:54 pm, DaveInLakeVi...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
(Dave in Lake Villa)
wrote:
> 'You really think you can dive deep enough, instantly, from water level,
> and stay down long enough, to clear the keel and prop of a boat? You
> sure you're going to stay conscious and uninjured to resurface and tread
> water?'
>
> REPLY: Assuming the oncoming boat is some 20' away when i take the
> dive...yes, i do believe i will stay down long enough in addition to
> swimming underwater perpendicular to the boats travel before coming up
> for air , thereby clearing the boat completely. When your life is in
> danger , Ill bet a person can hold his breathe far longer than normal
> if he had to. Seems to me if the boat is 20' away and is going to hit
> you head on, diving deep and away is your last hope.
You ask a very good question.
The best advice I can give is to wear something bright in color. If
you see a power boat headed your way, it might be advisable to hold a
paddle up and wave it to attract attention.
I find it difficult to see some small vessels like canoes and kayaks
off a short distance, especially when they blend with water colors.
When traveling over water at 45 MPH plus, distance closes up real
fast. I'd stay closer to shore too if possible. Most power boats will
be further out.
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