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GB, I said the other day you had a big heart... you proved it again. Good work.
I know I'm bad about pfd's. Part of that is that I am a strong swimmer and comfortable around the water.
That comfort is an illusion.
Tough to swim if you're unconscious or injured and if you hit the water goin' 30mph, that's very likely. In addition, cold water and heavy current can whip anyone. In addition, its kinda like seatbelts (which I do wear), you may think you are a safe driver, but anything can happen and you never know about the other guy.
I think a second point comes up. Know the limitations of your boat and yourself. This is recreation and shouldn't be life threatening.
I know we all have stories about being out in the snot from shore or in a boat when the surf is crashing over you or being out in big seas. I know that element can add alot to the experience and can even be fun, but like others have said, "live to fish another day"...
Would you trade your life for a few fish? I hope we all value life a little more than that.
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