Guidelines For Usage; Staying Safe - Infinity Odyssey 375 Owner's Manual

7. ON THE WATER

7.3 GUIDELINES FOR USAGE

When planning a trip ensure you advise someone of your travel
plans. It is your responsibility to be aware of and observe any
rules and regulations applying to the area you are paddling. Be
courteous to other water user.
Most areas have local laws and regulations about the use and
equipment of small boats. You may wish to contact the relevant
authority who will be able to provide you with the needed
information. Some areas may require that you register and
display a registration number on the front of your kayak.
After you have inflated your kayak and before you put it in the
water, inspect your equipment for obvious signs of wear or
failure.
When planning a trip ensure you advise someone of your travel
plans. It is your responsibility to be aware of and observe any
rules and regulations applying to the area you are paddling. Be
courteous to other water users.

7.4 STAYING SAFE

All watersports are potentially dangerous however and in
using your Infinity kayak you accept all associated risks and
responsibilities. Be careful you do not overestimate your
strength, endurance or skill.
If in doubt, ask a lifeguard or other trained expert and above all
use common sense and good judgement.
a) Wind - Inflatable kayaks are very light and as such very
vulnerable to the effect of wind. Especially when paddling in
coastal waters, be extremely careful of offshore winds.
b) Currents - Rivers and coastal waters often have hidden
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