Hi Russell -
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<br>Yep, all that stuff is available at most marine supply stores - if you take a look at the Worrell 1000 rules (www.Worrell1000.com), there is a list of the safety equipment required to be on the body of each competitor. Some teams simply duct-tape the stuff to themselves, while other teams go all out and have additional pockets and straps sewn on their life vests and dry suits.
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<br>Its interesting to note that none of the safety equipment was found in the surf at Jensen Beach - good tape and velcro, or did everyone have the whistle in their mouth, the EPIRB in one hand, and the flare gun in the other? Hmmm...
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<br>Regards -
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<br>John
<br>2001 Tommy Bahama Sailing Team<br><br>

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