Hmm, I wondered about that, but figured their standard of living would be the same as your average sailor. I mean, I didn't really view sailor's as that much above what you describe either.
> > Typical equipment:
> > Sheeting knife, rope, reed pipe, wide-brim hat.
> - fish hooks--I bet most of them do a bit of fishing on the side when
> there is no cargo to move.
Good point: hooks or nets.
> - paddle or oar (everybody wants their own, that fits their
> calluses)
That makes sense.
> - water resistant cloak (boats don't have shelter from the
> rain, and you probably sleep a lot of nights ashore beside
> your boat with only this for shelter)
This too, thanks.
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