fishplate42
Well-known member
I have been reading with sadness the reports of two anglers swept off the rocks in Cornwell over the weekend. The brothers, 21 and 30 died. This is particularly poignant to me as that is the same age difference that exists between me and my brother. I don't know the full details and I do not want to suggest they were doing anything wrong. It just made me think about my intentions.
I have been wanting to do some LRF myself and I had never considered wearing a life jacket. If I had been there I doubt if I would have been wearing one but this terrible event has made me think about it. I am a confident swimmer but I am wondering if life jacket might be a sensible move.
This morning I have been looking at what is available and I am staggered at the cost, not that it matters if it is value for money as I have no idea what goes into them. The items I have seen also look as if they are intended to maybe keep your head above water if you fall over in a river/stream but not in the sea to support the whole body.
Do any of you guys use life jackets and if so what do you recommend. I am assuming that no one item will cover all occasions.
Ralph.
I have been wanting to do some LRF myself and I had never considered wearing a life jacket. If I had been there I doubt if I would have been wearing one but this terrible event has made me think about it. I am a confident swimmer but I am wondering if life jacket might be a sensible move.
This morning I have been looking at what is available and I am staggered at the cost, not that it matters if it is value for money as I have no idea what goes into them. The items I have seen also look as if they are intended to maybe keep your head above water if you fall over in a river/stream but not in the sea to support the whole body.
Do any of you guys use life jackets and if so what do you recommend. I am assuming that no one item will cover all occasions.
Ralph.