DayBoater
New member
Hi,
I own an Intex Excursion 5 inflatable raft, 12 foot by 5.5 foot with a Bison 68lb outboard electric motor. I'd like to take it to the channel, and while it would be fantastic to cross over to Portishead, I am happy to skirt the coast Newport side (where I live). I have a 150N life jacket and I'm a strong swimmer.
Do you think it's safe for me to take such a boat on the channel on normal days (not choppy or exceptionally windy, etc) ? If so, should I stick to the coast, or can I venture a crossing?
I appreciate your advice.
I own an Intex Excursion 5 inflatable raft, 12 foot by 5.5 foot with a Bison 68lb outboard electric motor. I'd like to take it to the channel, and while it would be fantastic to cross over to Portishead, I am happy to skirt the coast Newport side (where I live). I have a 150N life jacket and I'm a strong swimmer.
Do you think it's safe for me to take such a boat on the channel on normal days (not choppy or exceptionally windy, etc) ? If so, should I stick to the coast, or can I venture a crossing?
I appreciate your advice.