Sorry if this has been covered elsewhere, but I'd appreciate owners views on life raft selection and stowage. I'm in the process of buying a 2012 ST 44 and it does not have a life raft. I plan to use the boat in the English Channel, going to France and the Channel Islands and will be in busy shipping lanes and up to 50 miles from dry land. I think is is prudent to have a six person life raft on board.
Does anyone have views on whether to use a canister or valise version? If you opt for a valise, is it practical to store it in the lazarette or would it be too heavy to lift out in an emergency?
If I opt for a canister, where would you suggest I mount it?
I'd appreciate any ideas that you ST elders might have!
Does anyone have views on whether to use a canister or valise version? If you opt for a valise, is it practical to store it in the lazarette or would it be too heavy to lift out in an emergency?
If I opt for a canister, where would you suggest I mount it?
I'd appreciate any ideas that you ST elders might have!