General Boat Questions

[Debbolas]

I have a question
it is regarding boating
when passing a slower boat
with boats coming at you on the left
and rocks on the right
what is the correct procedure?
just curious
I am sure my man knows this, but I would like to know
Thanks so much:D

[Rexone]

correct procedure is don't pass till it's safe to, as in enough clearance as to not cause a problem. patience is occasionally required just like on the road.
I'd avoid the rock option.

[Debbolas]

thank you!
:D
because if you pass on the right, how do you know he isn't going to turn that way?
and the left, the boats are coming at you, right?
got it!
thanks!:D

[Debbolas]

K
now your messing with me.....................
right?;)

[dicudmore]

when it comes to the river and oncoming traffic, aim for the middle, lay on the throttle and let the slower boats give way :D

[Debbolas]

Originally posted by dicudmore
when it comes to the river and oncoming traffic, aim for the middle, lay on the throttle and let the slower boats give way :D
ah..................no
;)

[dicudmore]

you wanna ride I'll show ya :D

[dicudmore]

obviously don't try to make a pass where there's not room to be safe, but I'll take my chances with the middle of the river over the shoreline any day of the week.....
that was honest advice

[Debbolas]

I do want a ride in your boat...........what is your top speed?
:D :eek!: :D

[JetBoatRich]

Originally posted by Debbolas
K
now your messing with me.....................
right?;)
he is actually serious, from what I read and heard:D

[Moneypitt]

Even passing on the left may result in the other boat/PWC turning left in front of you. That issue causes a lot of boating collisions. My habit is to make sure the other DRIVER sees me, hears me, knows I am there, and what my intensions are. Loud boats save lives!!...........My.02........Moneypitt

[dicudmore]

Originally posted by JetBoatRich
he is actually serious, by law:D
jbr is right, it does say something about honking once or twice depending which side you intend to pass on....

[dicudmore]

Originally posted by Debbolas
I do want a ride in your boat...........what is your top speed?
:D :eek!: :D
mid 60's, low 60's....depends on the load.
your crew welcome anytime :D

[malibuken]

Originally posted by dicudmore
when it comes to the river and oncoming traffic, aim for the middle, lay on the throttle and let the slower boats give way :D
Unless of course, they are showing lots of babes and booze on the boat, then you pull over and steal the women and drink the booze, then take off. :)

[Debbolas]

so pull up slow, make eye contact and then pass?
what if he turns in front of you?
(I missed two jetskies doing this at mead a few weeks back, but I was ready for them, I expected them to do that)
Passing in the middle seems kinda scarey............
I can see the loud boats save lives part, because he will hear you coming up behind him............;)

[dicudmore]

Originally posted by Moneypitt
Even passing on the left may result in the other boat/PWC turning left in front of you. That issue causes a lot of boating collisions. My habit is to make sure the other DRIVER sees me, hears me, knows I am there, and what my intensions are. Loud boats save lives!!...........My.02........Moneypitt
I agree here too....always try and make eye contact with the other driver....
although if its a pwc I just assume they are going to do something stupid and keep my hand ready on the throttle/wheel

[Kachina26]

Originally posted by Debbolas
K
now your messing with me.....................
right?;)
No, he's not kidding. If you look at a safe boating book, it discusses this topic at length.
a power-driven vessel intending to overtake another power-driven vessel shall indicate her intention by the following signals on her whistle:
one short blast to mean "I intend to overtake you on your starboard side"
two short blasts to mean "I intend to overtake you on your port side".
(ii) the power-driven vessel about to be overtaken shall, if in agreement, sound a similar signal. If in doubt she shall sound the danger signal prescribed in paragraph (d).

[Debbolas]

Originally posted by malibuken
Unless of course, they are showing lots of babes and booze on the boat, then you pull over and steal the women and drink the booze, then take off. :)
You pirate you!
(I don't want the women):D

[dicudmore]

Originally posted by malibuken
Unless of course, they are showing lots of babes and booze on the boat, then you pull over and steal the women and drink the booze, then take off. :)
I like the way Ken thinks.....
"Give us your girl and we'll let ya live"

[Debbolas]

Originally posted by Kachina26
No, he's not kidding. If you look at a safe boating book, it discusses this topic at length.
a power-driven vessel intending to overtake another power-driven vessel shall indicate her intention by the following signals on her whistle:
one short blast to mean "I intend to overtake you on your starboard side"
two short blasts to mean "I intend to overtake you on your port side".
(ii) the power-driven vessel about to be overtaken shall, if in agreement, sound a similar signal. If in doubt she shall sound the danger signal prescribed in paragraph (d).
COOL!!
Thank you so much this is just what I was looking for!
You are the best!!!
one for starboard, two for port, got it!
:D :D
yes I know starboard and port
;)

[malibuken]

Originally posted by Debbolas
You pirate you!
(I don't want the women):D
Ok, you take the booze, we take the women! :cool:

[dicudmore]

Originally posted by titties and beer
DAMN,YOU MEAN I FINELY GOT SOMETHING RIGHT:D HEAV TO MATEY,we just got home from mexacan night at the casino YES I'M DRINKING:D
sounds good to me....

[dicudmore]

Originally posted by malibuken
Ok, you take the booze, we take the women! :cool:
again, I like the way Ken thinks :D
your girl doesn't read this I hope....:rolleyes:

[dicudmore]

Originally posted by titties and beer
HOW MANY IF YOUR JUST GOING TO BLOW THEIR DOORS OFF:D
T&B my memory of your method is just throttle up and steer around :D

[Debbolas]

Originally posted by titties and beer
DAMN,YOU MEAN I FINELY GOT SOMETHING RIGHT:D HEAV TO MATEY,we just got home from mexacan night at the casino YES I'M DRINKING:D
and your talking like a pirate!
Argggg, don't be questioning me about the sea, laddie, she be a mystery, and always be sounding your horn when passing another boat by...........arrgggg thar be wenches for MalibuKen and Grog for Debbolas (and Orlando :D )
LOL:cool:

[dicudmore]

and if its a weasel in an ice-chest sized Essex w/502 getting towed by Vessel assist you give the 1 finger salute as you steer around :D :D :D

[Kachina26]

More importantly Deb, since we don't have the fastest boats out there, keep an eye out for these big boys coming up fast. When you see one let them know that you see them. I usually put my hand up to let them know I see them and I put it up on the side that it looks like they are gonna pass on. Don't forget if they are a board member to throw them the shocker:D

[malibuken]

Originally posted by dicudmore
again, I like the way Ken thinks :D
your girl doesn't read this I hope....:rolleyes:
Uhhh, I meant to take the women and give them to all the single hot boaters out there............... yeah that is what I meant. :rolleyes: :D

[dicudmore]

Originally posted by malibuken
Uhhh, I meant to take the women and give them to all the single hot boaters out there............... yeah that is what I meant. :rolleyes: :D
alright.....did I mention I was single and happily accepting lake hotties :D

[dicudmore]

Originally posted by titties and beer
YOU LEARN FAST GRASSHOPPER, FOR THIS YOU GET A+:D AND A 12 PACK;)
I'll be sharing that 12'er with ya fathers day weekend :D

[dicudmore]

Originally posted by Kachina26
More importantly Deb, since we don't have the fastest boats out there, keep an eye out for these big boys coming up fast. When you see one let them know that you see them. I usually put my hand up to let them know I see them and I put it up on the side that it looks like they are gonna pass on. Don't forget if they are a board member to throw them the shocker:D
also good advice.....
what is the shocker again? fold down the ring finger :confused:

[malibuken]

Originally posted by dicudmore
alright.....did I mention I was single and happily accepting lake hotties :D
You be first on the list matey. :D :D

[Kachina26]

Originally posted by dicudmore
also good advice.....
what is the shocker again? fold down the ring finger :confused:
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/1284shocker-med.jpg http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/511/1284shocke-med.jpg

[dicudmore]

Originally posted by titties and beer
BITCHEN AND SOME 99 BANANAS:D
more of those f'in bananas eh matey?
maybe it will be dirockstar after the weekend.....
y'all remember my treasure island pirate hat from memorial wkd, the pirate talk fits right in :D

[Debbolas]

Arrrg, thar be good advice from ye mateys!
I be thanking ye, and grog all around (turkey jerky too)
:D

[dicudmore]

Originally posted by Debbolas
Arrrg, thar be good advice from ye mateys!
I be thanking ye, and grog all around (turkey jerky too)
:D
food as well....we're in ;)

[dicudmore]

gotta go off the board for a while.....
play nice :D

[Debbolas]

And Wenches for the single laddies, eye!
(not the married ones that post pics of their wives/girlfriends)
LOL:D

[Kachina26]

Originally posted by dicudmore
gotta go off the board for a while.....
play nice :D
Later :cool:

[Debbolas]

night!
;)