Iknow from personal expierence that they can explode. I was at Clear Lake about a month or so back(Lake remember when I met you there) Well I was near the small island when the seam split. I was sinking and lost some gear. Lucky for me a guy on shore hade a boat and came and resqued me. I also had a owner hook stuck deep into my theigh at the same time. It was so painful. It was not from over filling but it turns out it was a manufacture defect. Please carry a life preserver when on the water. I didnt have one but looking back I wish i did. Please be safe on the water....

Deacon