re: Missing Kayaker in the gulf

A kayak is no different than any other vessel in regards to preparation before heading out. Many factors should be taken into account like conditions, equipment, and experience level. Ignoring any of these factors is a recipe for disaster in any vessel, regardless of size. The more exposed you are the more important these factors become. You should be prepared for the worst and yet plan accordingly to see that the chances of that happening are as small as you can make them.

I fish all of Mobile bay and "near shore" out of Orange Beach to Fort Morgan and I have never had any issues.


ETA - I really hope they find this guy. Unless something catastrophic happened and if he had the proper equipment there's a very good chance that he is still alive.