Re: Excellent video... falling through ice.



David Courtney wrote:
I've only gone through the ice once on a snowmobile... but this video seems to be right on the money, from my experience: http://www.exn.ca/video/?Video=exn20020325-icewater.asx 

Excellent video - right on the money.

Also, if you ride ice:

- Always wear a floater suit. Floaters make it much easier to get horizontal so you can get out, and they are designed to drain water so you warm up faster once you're out.

- Always have ice picks, on a cord around your neck so you don't have to remove gloves or unzip pockets to use them.

- Always carry at least 50' of rope and a spare drive belt. Tie the rope to the belt and throw it to someone who has fallen in. The belt is heavy enough to throw a long way so you don't risk falling in yourself.

Sunny
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