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Written by Anonymous
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Wednesday, 02 June 2010 00:00 |
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 The U.S. Coast Guard gives a thumbs-up on the extreme lightweight Kokatat Ronin Pro personal floatation gear which goes unnoticed until needed, with the help of a thin custom profile and a unique internal harness securing it comfortably into place.
Front entry of the gear simplifies fitting, whilst the sticky internal grip panel secures the PFD in place. Plus, the PVC- free foam floatation extends up the spine and wraps around the ribs for cushioned protection.
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Written by Alan Snel
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Friday, 20 March 2009 11:02 |
 The Tampa Bay area provides the dream demographic for Paws Aboard: People love their dogs — and their boats. The 6-year-old company makes doggy life jackets, dog boat ladders, ski rope dog leashes and nautical-theme canine toys.
Its sales hit $1 million in 2008, with revenue projected to hit $1.4 million in 2009 even with a dicey economy, said Amber McCrocklin, president of Paws Aboard. "Dogs are part of the family," McCrocklin, 37, said. "They become children." McCrocklin, owner of a yellow Labrador retriever named Bo and a Cavalier King Charles spaniel named Sydney, launched the business in Indianapolis six years ago with $350,000.
She moved the company to Tampa in 2005.
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Written by wciv.com
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Monday, 16 March 2009 14:28 |
 Mount Pleasant, SC - Imagine being lost at sea for hours on end and in water cold enough that hypothermia could set in within minutes.
That was the situation for four friends more than a week ago, two of them NFL players. Their boat overturned in nasty weather in the Gulf of Mexico, only one survived. "It's surprising how often something like that does happen," said Mike Tiffee, a Charleston boater. In order to avoid a similar devastating situation, a special safety seminar is being held at Barton and Burwell. Safety experts will highlight different safety gear critical to survival, not only for those who go offshore, but anyone on the water. 4 Interact: The NFL players were on a 21-foot size boot.
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Written by LEE STOKES
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Monday, 16 March 2009 14:13 |
 It has been a good many years since I last donned my fishing vest. Thankfully, it has gone undiscovered by the critters that plague my storage area.
The occasion for this fitting is preparation for a much-needed trout fishing excursion. Although it may be worn and tattered, its better days still lie ahead. Although it was suggested by the wife that I replace it, I can't bare to part with the tried and true. To do so would be unlucky; surely the bane of misfortune would be cast and it would be years before it would wear off.
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Written by Mark Douglas
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Monday, 16 March 2009 13:54 |
 Gill Wilkins and his wife Maureen spent some time at West Marine this week stocking up on nautical supplies for their new 33-foot Chaparral cruiser.
The gripping story of three men lost at sea and a fourth recovering from exposure motivated their shopping trip. A boat carrying NFL players Victor "Marquis" Cooper and Cory Smith and former University of South Florida football players Will Bleakley and Nick Schuyler capsized after leaving out of Clearwater Saturday morning. Schuyler is recovering from hypothermia and dehydration at Tampa General Hospital.
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