Ride checklist in Southern California (58*+) Weather

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Ride checklist in Southern California (58*+) Weather

This list is in addition to any required item by the USCG, such as (PFD) Personal Floatation Device, Fire extinguisher etc.

Pre checks night before ride:
Know the weather forecast.
PWC full tank of gas
Oil full
PWC starts
Float plan, inform someone where you will be going.

Eat a Good Breakfast about 2 hours before riding

Riding Gear
Personal Floatation Device (Life Jacket)
Full Wetsuit (with sealed seams), 3/2 or 4/3 Thickness
Gloves (Diving Style)
Booties or PWC shoes
Goggles or (Sunglasses with restraining straps)
Sunblock for face (spray works better on the go)
Warm jacket or shell, to go over (PFD)

Extra food/water
1 Liter (32oz.) Water or Sports Drink
1 or 2 Energy Bars

PWC Equipment
Docking/Tow line
Waterproof Bag
Waterproof car key case

Safety Equipment
VHF Radio
GPS
Cellphone
Towing card (Boat US etc.)

Miscellaneous
Cash for food
Camera