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Making an Old Thistle Float (When Full of Water)
A family discovers that their used fiberglass Thistle has insufficient flotation after capsizing at Lake Erie Districts. The article details their efforts to improve the boat's safety by sealing leaks, adding foam insulation, and installing an airbag, ultimately making the boat suitable for junior racing on open water.
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