Al D wrote:
> For a farly new canoeist in the likes of Poole harbour, what is an
> appropriate emergency alert device to carry? Orange smoke flares? I
> guess an epirb is a bit over-the-top unless you are out on the sea,
> yes?
Flares are standard kit, but usually a selection (smoke, torch and
parachute). If you're problem is being stuck after it starts getting
dark then smoke alone won't really help.
Really need to get some myself...
Pete.
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