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I know two people who would dead if the boat had seat belts. Instead they walked away.
Destin last year...............

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Originally Posted by Maritime_Eng (Post 3640058)

Attached is a picture of the back seat in my 30 Motion. What we have learned over the years is that to keep someone in the rear seat of a 30ft cat it takes 3 things:

1) Foot rests- To push you body into the seat slightly and keeps your feet from flying around
2) Handles- Helps keep the person from moving side to side.
3) Velco Seat Beats- Just added security incase someone is not paying attention when the boat moves suddenly.

In an open boat I don't see it getting much better than that.

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Originally Posted by racer-x6 (Post 3640392)

I know two people who would dead if the boat had seat belts. Instead they walked away.
Destin last year...............

I was there and thank goodness they were ok. Just goes to show anything can happen at any speed. We flew over that wake like a small aircraft. Chit happens.

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Originally Posted by Maritime_Eng (Post 3640058)

That's a great set-up. I remember when you were building the footrests a few years ago.

The point of the 100 lb girl is valid. Many times a light girl doesn't feel secure because their butt won't stay planted in the seat even though you're not running hard. I will not make anyone uncomfortable in my boat so I slow down if someone isn't enjoying themselves.

IMO velcro lap belts would work well just for the secure "feeling".