How to abandon ship with the RapidDitch grab bag

The last thing you need on your mind

is”where’s my ditch bag”. Hopefully this will never happen. But the folks at West Marine operate on the “what if” scenario. They have along with ACR provided an innovative solution to this question.

Besides other features in the ACR RapidDitch range, the video hi lights what you need to prepare in order to safely abandon ship.

Let’s run through some fundamentals

  • Use the velcro strips provided in the feature bag to attach your grab bag to the bulkhead in an accessible place
  • Ensure all crew know about the bag
  • Instruct crew in the use of EPIRB, VHF, flares etc, in case you are unable to use them
  • Buy all the necessary safety equipment and keep checks on battery life and expiry dates
  • Keep the life raft in a location that is quick to access

Abandon ship!

If you need to abandon ship, then your grab bag will be ready for you on the bulkhead were you set it! Full of all the safety equipment and resources you will need to make sure your rescue is fast.

Investing in your crew safety

By purchasing the RapidDitch grab bag, you are investing in the safety of your crew. Further information on this imperative product is available when you click through to the West Marine sales page below:



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Inflatable Rafts

The last thing you need is worry when using inflatable rafts. Under the circumstances of abandoning ship, you want to know that your emergency raft is all ready to go.


When you reach the haven of your raft in the storm, you want to know that every detail has been looked at. That's human nature talking - survival.

In these circumstances you can find comfort in the amount of thought that manufacturers have put into these necessities.

So what should you look for?

  • Light Weight
  • Easy to use boarding ramp
  • Enough space for your crew

Make sure you have enough space for everyone

Make sure you have enough space for everyone

That's just for starters!

  • How to DVD
  • Flares
  • Vacuum Packed

There are more, but read this first:

Inflatable rafts are needed in emergencies - light weight makes sense. Having enough space for your shattered crew makes sense. Automatic inflation including roof and floor makes sense too.

Having a DVD to explain the procedure for you and your crew is great. As long as you have the raft serviced by the manufacturer every three years, you won't need another for twelve years, now that's a worthwhile investment.

Did you know about the 10% discount at West Marine right now?



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