Boat Ditch Bags, Boat Gear Bags, and Boat Safety Kits

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Ditch Bags for Boats, Gear Bags for Boats, and Safety Kits for Boats Resources and Information Boat Ditch bags contain essential items and food to help you survive in a life raft until you’re rescued. Gear bags are waterproof bags in which you store your valuables and electronics to keep them safe and dry on your boat. Boat safety kits contain essential boating safety accessories like flashlights and rope, that can be utilized in case of an emergency. PartsVu stocks boating products from top brands, like Seachoice, Full Throttle, and others. Looking for more boating and marine products? Check out our complete selection of Products and Accessories or shop our broader categories of Boating Accessories and Boating Safety Equipment and Boat Safety Equipment, Lifejackets, & Personal Floatation Devices . Boat Ditch Bags, Boat Gear Bags, and Boat Safety Kits FAQs Can I use any type of duffle bag for a ditch bag ? A ditch bag must contain the items needed to call for help and to survive in a life raft while waiting for rescue. A ditch bag must be kept in an accessible location on board, ready for immediate removal should the need arise. We recommend against trying to adapt a duffel bag or using a dry bag. Rather, we advise using bags specifically designed for abandon-ship/survival situations. What features should your ditch bag have? Floatation, water resistance, bright colors for visibility, carrying straps, and tethers for sure. Additionally, we suggest looking for a bag with well-designed dividers so you can organize your gear. Finally, the bag must be large enough to contain survival gear plus food and water for you and all others on board. What are some boating safety items I should keep in my boat in case of emergencies? Sea Anchors Used to stabilize a boat in heavy weather, a sea anchor is a must for offshore boaters. Rather than tethering the boat to the seabed, the sea anchor increases drag through the water and serves as a brake. When attached to the stern, a