Monday, March 16, 2009

U.S. Coast Guard ruling on SUPs


Stand-up paddleboards (SUP) are now no different than vessels in the eyes of the U.S. Coast Guard...good coverage on Surfline.com. I agree with this ruling. Like kayaking, now PFDs, whistles and, at night, lights are required.

This will save lives.

http://www.surfline.com/surf-news/stand-up-paddleboards-classified-as-vessels-by-us-coast-guard-surf-zone-not-affected-stand-up-and-be-counted_19530/


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