to borrow a quote from the old tv show hill street blues
"Be careful out there"
I know it is a pain in the behind but when fishing alone, as I do alot, I always take the kicker out of gear when fighting or landing a fish. If I am setting my riggers or doing other things where there is a chance of taking a swim and it is possible I attach the emeregency engine stop to myself. Of course WEAR YOUR LIFE JACKET!! Get one of the auto inflate ones or use a float coat if it is cold and you will never even know you have it on.
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bawddawg, no biscuit!