I lost 17 pounds in 30 hours that "episode". It sucked for sure.
I am primarily talking about Florida waters when talking about my take on this.
dr. wrote:Hi,Safe_Cracker wrote: My bet would be to ditch that octopus because that is exactly what it would be like a huge mess waiting to tangle you up, possibly drowning you?
Polo...
If you can do a safety packdown properly as is the standard procedure when getting kitesurfing lessons then you shouldn't end up as described above.
I totally agree with Sarcasm, there are many factors that can go against you on a swim in that people don't seem to take account of.
I have also surfed for a number of years and over those years i have had the odd leash snap on me. In a stiff offshore breeze, with waves pounding around you, watching your surfboard disappear into the surf can bring on an awful feeling when faced with the reality of a long swim in.
Regards, Dara