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Old 21 January 2010, 08:53   #1
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I figured you gotta start young so i am slowly getting my son michael used to the helm of a rib!!! bit young yet ,but still he seamed pleased. Can't wait to get on the water with him. (he is 6 months old tommorow)
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Old 21 January 2010, 09:49   #2
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awww I first started steering my Dads avon redstart when I was about 12 months ( im only 20 now! feel old!)
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Old 21 January 2010, 17:32   #3
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Tut tut, where's his killcord?
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Once they reach 4 all they want to do is stear.

So why not let them have go in a CONTROLLED environment.

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awww I first started steering my Dads avon redstart when I was about 12 months ( im only 20 now! feel old!)
Almost middle aged!
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Old 21 January 2010, 21:41   #6
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unfortunately last season my 3 year old found the throttle!
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Almost middle aged!
you still worried about that?!
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