ARTICLE V

Required Equipment:

5-1 The interior shall have as a minimum:

1. Forward buoyancy bag(s) located in the area of the bow. Bag(s) shall have a minimum total air volume of 6 cubic ft (minimum).Rear buoyancy bags, located in the areas under each cockpit seat. The combined volume of bags shall total at least 8 cubic feet. A 12 gallon ice chest, stored in the area of the original factory installation. The ice chest is to be strapped in position as originally delivered from the factory.

Note: The volume for airbags should be estimated as closely as possible. This may be accomplished in the inflated or deflated condition. The fleet measurer will determine the method used for volume calculations. Bags must be inflated while racing.

5-2  An appropriate combination of anchor, chain, and line collectively weighing at least 8 pounds

5-3  Minimum U.S. Coast Guard safety equipment including the following: a type I, II, or III personal Floatation devices for each person on the boat, and one type IV buoyant cushion or ring buoy.

5-4  The hard hatch cover or alternate means of closing the hatchway while underway (e.g. folding canvas or zipper hatch).

5-5  A paddle or sweep sufficient enough to create way for safe maneuvering.

5-6  A bucket or alternate bailing apparatus.

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