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Flotation & Buoyancy Safety

Chief Measurer's Memo

A comprehensive memo about floatation requirements in Thistle boats, examining the history of floatation specs, recent proposals to increase minimums from 750 lbs to 1000 lbs, and the practical considerations around crew safety and boat performance. The Chief Measurer's committee is studying whether to recommend increased floatation requirements.

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  • Safety
  • Floatation
  • Boat specifications
  • Class rules