Signal Flare

[Rocketfish]

I was cleaning my garage the other day and found two road flares that are about 5 years old. Assuming they don't really "expire," are these the type of flares one might carry on a kayak in the event that you needed to signal a rescue craft of some sort? I know about flare GUNS, but what about these red flare sticks? Once you light them, they are water proof too right?

[Dave Legacy]

Seems like it would be pretty easy to accidentally melt a hole in your hull.

[Rocketfish]

That's for sure Dave. I was thinking the same thing.

[Harry Hill]

they burn super hot and the dripping sulfur will go right through your hull, probably not the best flare for kayaking

[FullFlavorPike]

Could be good dog deterrent, like in the old Jungle Book movie where Mowgli ties the burning stick to the tiger's tail ;)

[Rocketfish]

Thanks guys... i may just put this in my cars with the spare tires.