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Old 03-18-2011, 08:54 AM   #9
RIJIMMY
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I take my 3 year old grandson and 1 year old granddaughter out on my 21' Hydra-sports CC, which has pretty high gunnels for the size of the boat. I would definitely think twice about the low gunnels with children on board. Think about when the boat rocks and rolls they be leaning against the side and if it is loiw they could go over. Also with the higher gunnels you and your wife will be able to enjoy the time on the boat without having to always worry that little bit extra that they may go over.
looks like we have the same boat.

I feel better with the high gunnels but agree with Sea Dangles. I only take the kids when its very calm so Im not sure if it matters.

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