Skater 30 Prototype accident
08-09-2021 | 11:26 AM
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As both the friend of a victim and the owner of the boat involved in a previously serious boating accident my heart goes out to all involved, even the boating community in general as these type of accidents affect us all. I simply offer my heartfelt prayers and condolences to all involved.
08-09-2021 | 03:59 PM
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Thank you for posting an accurate account of the incident and the obvious safety reminders we too often, take for granted.
Big shout out to the responders, especially you and your girlfriend. There’s more than a couple of silent hero’s in this story.
Most importantly, wishes to Stephan on a full recovery, sounds like he’s in good hands.
You only know me as Rak Rua on a keyboard but boaters all around the world share your pain when boating tragedies strike. Look after yourself and your wonderful girlfriend.
RIP Nancy.
Jon.
Big shout out to the responders, especially you and your girlfriend. There’s more than a couple of silent hero’s in this story.
Most importantly, wishes to Stephan on a full recovery, sounds like he’s in good hands.
You only know me as Rak Rua on a keyboard but boaters all around the world share your pain when boating tragedies strike. Look after yourself and your wonderful girlfriend.
RIP Nancy.
Jon.
08-09-2021 | 05:36 PM
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Thanks indeed for the accurate and informative post, along with the details you were willing to share...had to be hard.
And yeah...leave it to the media to try to sensationalize a tragedy...sad they don't have any more human conscience than what we all too often see...instead it is always about 'the story'.
And yeah...leave it to the media to try to sensationalize a tragedy...sad they don't have any more human conscience than what we all too often see...instead it is always about 'the story'.
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08-13-2021 | 02:45 PM
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Condolences to Nancy’s family and to Stephan.
Dale, thank you for the posts. Very well written. The sport we all love comes with risks that we cannot completely avoid, should always take seriously, and should do what we can to mitigate.
A nearly identical accident 13 years ago would have killed me if it weren’t for the Lifeline jacket and helmet I was wearing. It can make the difference between a helicopter ride followed by 24 hours in the ICU and something far worse. Please people, put them on.
Dale, thank you for the posts. Very well written. The sport we all love comes with risks that we cannot completely avoid, should always take seriously, and should do what we can to mitigate.
A nearly identical accident 13 years ago would have killed me if it weren’t for the Lifeline jacket and helmet I was wearing. It can make the difference between a helicopter ride followed by 24 hours in the ICU and something far worse. Please people, put them on.
