I suppose from the libertarian view point, we shouldn't require those things. Of course, I feel the same way about motorcycle helmets and seat belts; even helmets for kids on bicycles. Heck, I'd even vote to drop the fines for speeding tickets to something like $25 so the two-wheeled tax collectors could find better work.
But for the missing climbers families, they may be wishing their lost loved ones had been carrying SOMETHING that could have helped to find them.
Bob, I'd like to hear a little more than those few words why you feel that way.
