09-07-2003, 12:35 AM
My anchor set-up has a quick release so if I got into trouble I could simply release the line and get another one [
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But common sense plays a big roll. Float tubes were not designed to be out in the open ocean. You are at risk by doing this.
They were developed primarly for streams, rivers and lakes for hunters and fishermen.
Then of course people said well it floats, let's stick it in the ocean! If you stay in bays and harbors, etc you will more than likely be okay.
But I have seen people out past the pier in 30' of water. I have also even seen someone launch of his boat near the breakwall in 50-70' of water. That's inviting trouble! [shocked]
Be aware of where your fishing and ground conditions. Fish finders will let you know if the bottom is sandy, rocky, mixed. Or get a sea floor map.
Basically use good judement
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] But common sense plays a big roll. Float tubes were not designed to be out in the open ocean. You are at risk by doing this.
They were developed primarly for streams, rivers and lakes for hunters and fishermen.
Then of course people said well it floats, let's stick it in the ocean! If you stay in bays and harbors, etc you will more than likely be okay.
But I have seen people out past the pier in 30' of water. I have also even seen someone launch of his boat near the breakwall in 50-70' of water. That's inviting trouble! [shocked]
Be aware of where your fishing and ground conditions. Fish finders will let you know if the bottom is sandy, rocky, mixed. Or get a sea floor map.
Basically use good judement
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