[quote=MN3]Did you know it's required by US Federal Law to have one on a vessel over 16'?
It's been heavily discussed on other forums, years and years ago.
i think - technically, in a race ... you're required to meet all local and federal laws ...
also, most cat sailors don't carry (or know about this law) a Coast Guard-approved throwable device (Type IV).
I recently purchase a white one ($8 at walmart) - because my grey boat is 400000000 degrees hotter than i wish if the sun is out ...
i have carried them on and off again for the past decade...
Federal law requires that you must have a Coast Guard-approved wearable, life jacket (Type I, II, or III) for each person onboard your vessel. In addition, boats greater than 16 feet in length must carry a Coast Guard-approved throwable device (Type IV). A throwable device is not required on canoes or kayaks regardless of length.
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