"Doug Kanter" wrote in message
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"Calif Bill" wrote in message
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"Don White" wrote in message
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"Calif Bill" wrote in message
news:b7vSc.18339 And nobody mentioned sailboats. They may be quiet,
but
their tendency to
think that they own the water, and can make a 90 degree turn in
front
of
a
power boat, whether the powerboat is doing a loud 60 or a quiet 25.

If you are overtaking us it's your responsibility to stay clear.



It is up to you not to make changes in front of another boat! If we are
overtaking, the rules say we can expect you to hold course.
Bill



Maybe, but if the sailboat's approaching a hazard like a sand bar and HAS
to
turn, you may have to use common sense and let him do what's necessary.
The
hell with the law.



We have them turn in front of power boats in the middle of San Francisco
bay. No sandbar for at least 1 mile in any direction. Those who challenge
the big freighters under the Golden Gate bridge are in 200'+ water.