Hey, I don’t have a boat these days, so I wouldn’t have given this matter much of a thought. However, with ICAST, the national fishing trade show coming up, I have been getting a stream of product pre-announcements on what I should be looking for when I get to Las Vegas.
So here’s one.
Having stood on the sidelines for an awful lot of tournaments over the years– sometimes guys break down and the organization has to go out and find them. The “Disabled Boat” flag is a gaudy banner that you connect to your rear running light if your boat breaks. Obviously, if you’re a tournament guy and are hoping someone will find you and take you and your fish to the weigh-in on time when you’re out of commission–this could flag could be critical to your situation.
Or, if for some reason you need to abandon your boat, the yellow flag might help you track it down in a sea of red skier flags.
As the company says: “The Disabled Boat Flag is professionally designed, clearly visible, bright yellow and black lettering message with the universally known red circle with slash. The flags can be attached to your stern light via Velcro strips. The flags send a clear message to others you are safe and have intentionally left your boat to weigh in, or are seeking help in the form of a tow/assistance from water patrol.”
There is not a lot of information on the website such as actual dimensions or material, but the images suggest something in that 18 x 24 inch range, made of nylon and it’s cheap–less than 15 bucks–including shipping!
Anyway, if more anglers become educated to look for this particular yellow and red banner, there’s no doubt it could be a big help out there. And think about it. If you find yourself in a pickle with 25 pounds in the box and no way to get them home–this could prove to be a career-saver.
2 Responses to “Are you somebody who needs this flag?”
Hey George,
Have them send a sample.
Actually sounds like a great idea!
I think I’m going to make this year’s ICAST show. Who are you going with, George?