No Fat Jack, I do not believe it was Winnilakers intention for this thread to be about the speed limit bill specifically. He only asked if there needed to be a non-profit organization that represents all boaters. Thats it.
And no, its not clear to me at this time that it is a front for high performance boats or that the organization was created specifically to fight the speed limit.
One thing is clear to me though & they don't deny it. In fact it says it on their website. WinnFABS was created specifically to support the speed limit bill. Its obvious to me that WinnFABS does not represent a broad spectrum of boaters. Did you donate money to them thinking they have all boaters interests at heart?
At least Winnilaker has expressed an interest in some kind of regulation. He points out that areas of the lake are congested & would benefit from some kind of speed limit. Winnilaker also expressed that while 45mph maybe too low, a higher speed limit may be acceptable. Has WinnFABS kept an open mind? Not that I am aware of.
It would be difficult for any boating organization to represent speed limit supporters & opponents. So if I decide to join one I will pick one that keeps an open mind & would consider compromise.
And no, I have not donated money to NHRBA yet but I am seriously thinking about. I can do my own research & make my own decisions. I don't need your help, thanks anyway.
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