Top Tips Video Series: Let’s Talk ‘Kill Cords!’

In this week’s episode of top tips to #getstartedboating with Parker Boats and Tide Media, let’s talk ‘Kill Cords!’ Don’t have a runaway boat on your hands and keep your family safe! 

A kill cord is a coiled red lanyard fitted with a quick release mechanism. When fitted correctly, a kill cord will stop a boat’s engine if the driver goes overboard. Always wear the kill cord around your knee as shown. Proper use of a kill cord can prevent serious incidents!