I am looking to get a "Righting Bag" but am not in the mood to spend $200 bucks.
What are you guys using, how much did it cost, where did you get it?
Thanks!
Righting Bag
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Posted: Sep 04, 2009 - 11:04 AM
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Posted: Sep 04, 2009 - 11:17 AM
Cool avatar!
Laser????? You are not helping the multi hull cause!!
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Posted: Sep 04, 2009 - 11:27 AM
I had a murrays.. bought it used. it worked at first but develped searious leaks. i called murrays and they said (i still can't believe it) its suppoesd to leak like that??? i said it didn't leak when i first got it and that makes no sence. i tried to seal it with sillicone sealant (for tents and such).. didn't help it.
so i ordered a large one from SaltyDog.com after seeing my friends bag... i haven't tried it since i got it (last fall) but i am ready...
the blocks are the most expensive part...
PS i bet u will wish you spent the 200 if you dont get it and need it... heck i need a new tiller... 150 for a stick! -
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Posted: Sep 04, 2009 - 11:35 AM
One of the ideas was to get a water proofing bag like are used on commercial rafting trips. Very heavy duty and strong...I'll check the price.... -
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Posted: Sep 04, 2009 - 12:25 PM
i used to carry my Navy Seabag with me as a righting bag... could work in a pinch.. but i would recommend you get a bag specially made to do this job.
I have been capsized ... being pushed about 15knots towards breakers... that would be the wrong time to learn my righting bag cant handle the stress.
If you make a custom bag... be sure to test it several times in different conditions to make sure it will save you.... (life/boat/others) -
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Posted: Sep 04, 2009 - 04:57 PM
I have one from Salty Dog. It makes a great sea anchor, but I have never really needed a righting bag to get the boat upright.
