I'm new to open water swimming but I'm not much of a group joiner. I know everyone says don't swim alone but...
Does anyone know of any devise that is made that will increase my visability to others in the water, and perhaps be used as an emergency flotation device if I get into trouble?
I was searching on the internet and have seen the lifeguard cans and tubes but didn't know if there was anything made specifically for what I want it for.
Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
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Are you nuts?! What is the difference between an accident on land and in the water. On land you have the option of lying down and waiting for help. In the water a minor problem could prove fatal if you can't keep your pie hole above the water.
If you are talking about swimming the perimeter of a guarded beach, OK, that's reasonably safe. If you are just jumping into a lake by yourself, without so much as someone on shore watching you, then you are taking on far more risks than simply not being seen by boaters.
Please rethink this and find a group.
Matt
Are you nuts?! What is the difference between an accident on land and in the water. On land you have the option of lying down and waiting for help. In the water a minor problem could prove fatal if you can't keep your pie hole above the water.
If you are talking about swimming the perimeter of a guarded beach, OK, that's reasonably safe. If you are just jumping into a lake by yourself, without so much as someone on shore watching you, then you are taking on far more risks than simply not being seen by boaters.
Please rethink this and find a group.
Matt
