In The News!!

Press Release: August 7th 2019

We were honored to be featured on The Watercraft Network last night as we launched the Safety Initiative. We chatted with Kev, Melvin and Jody about our hopes and plans for the concept of a "100,000 ft view" support system that provides templates and best practice tips and tricks that local user groups or PWC communities can run with and tailor to their own unique environments.

Check out the full show

(Our segment starts at 18 min 30 seconds)

HUGE thanks to the team at Watercraft Network and our sponsors for sharing their time with us, we are excited to grow this initiative with you and other like-minded leaders!

Recommended Equipment for Long Distance Trips - Part Two

In our previous blog post we discussed the equipment we carry for long distance and general trips on personal watercraft.

This blog post is dedicated to emergency equipment and operator apparel that enhances the riding experience and ensures safety.

Ride safe!

~ Tamarin

Recommended Personal Equipment

USCG approved personal flotation device

Neoprene shorts, rash guard, gloves, water shoes

Jet Ski Goggles

Sunglasses (polarized)

Sunscreen and a good facial sunscreen

After sun lotion

Bug spray

Anti-chafe cream of choice

Backpack to carry gear

Casual Attire and bathing suits

Snorkel and mask (location dependent)

Basic toiletries

Favorite snacks and bottled water

Camera, GoPro and or drone if you like

Phone and chargers (spare battery pack)

First Aid Kit and all required medications

A Float plan detailing emergency contacts

Recommended Emergency Equipment

Satellite phone* - for long distance or foreign travel

GPS Spot tracker/ePIRB*

Backup GPS

Walkie talkies - optional backup to VHF

*There are companies that will rent these for short term use. In the case of ePIRB (emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) this can save thousands of dollars and save your life.

Recommended Equipment for Long Distance Travel - Part One

In our previous blog post, we mentioned that each state is specific in their requirements for safety gear onboard a personal watercraft. It's a great idea to look into your local state regulations to make sure that you are operating your PWC legally. That being said, there are a few items that we carry with us regardless of the circumstances. This list was curated for a long distance trip and includes an overabundance of safety equipment and backup. As the saying goes: "Prepare for the worst and hope for the best!" Feel free to use this as a jumping off point and add additional equipment as dictated by your travel plans, weather and water conditions, personal requirements, and state regulations!

Look for our Part Two blog for checklists for emergency equipment and operator equipment!

Ride safe!

~ Tamarin

Recommended PWC Equipment for Long Distance/General Rides

New battery

Fire extinguisher (Class B)

Flashlight

Emergency flares (at least two)

Whistle (Attached to life vest)

Air horn

GPS and compass

VHF Radio

Toolkit

• Wrenches

• Duct tape/Flex Tape

• Spare spark plugs

• Needle nose pliers

• Spare fuses

• Fuel cans (for long distance)

• Fuel stabilizer ie Sta-Bil (in case of bad gas)

Docklines (15ft) x least 2

Tow strap

Bumpers

Yellow Quarantine Flag & Courtesy flag for Country of Arrival (International travel)

Boat Registration

Spare dead mans key/kill switch lanyard

Insurance

Trailer Equipment

• Tire change kit

• Two spare tires

• Hitch lock

• Trailer registration

• Trailer wheel chain/padlock