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the Confusing land of life rafts

PSutchek

PSutchek

Racer !
So... is there a list of approved life rafts for the single handed transpac ? i need to get on top of this one and have it for my 6 day cruise...

i ask .. nobody tells ... its like a black magic and a guess type of thing...

i am ONE person,,,shouldn't almost anything rated for crossing an ocean work ? where are the guildlines we as potential transpackers are supposed to adhere to ???

thanks , P
 
The key is the certification. The SHTP SER states: "The raft shall be SOLAS, ISAF, ISO 9650-1 or ORC approved." For example, ISO 9650-1 is for offshore; ISO 9650-2 is for coastal use and won't qualify. The smallest approved rafts are 4-person and weigh 75-85 lbs, so expect that. Your main choice is the container: A valise container is soft and lighter, but less durable than a hard container which you could store on deck. On your boat, you'd probably get one in a valise and store it below.

Life rafts are expensive so most of us rent them for the SHTP. Sal's Inflatables in Alameda is the closest place to do that, and Sal will know which ones qualify. Figure out where you'll store it (write down the dimensions) and then pay a visit to Sal and look at your options.
 
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