Common sense prevails……..
Stand-on vessel: The vessel that must maintain its course and speed unless it becomes apparent that the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action. If you must take action, do not turn toward the give-way vessel or cross in front of it.
**If you approach a vessel that has less maneuverability than your vessel, the other vessel will usually be the stand-on vessel…***
AGREEE****4/14/10-posted on Winni Forum by Dave R: I know I don't mind passing closer than 150 feet in tight quarters like deep into Moultonborough Bay. It's pretty clear the boaters coming the other way don't mind either as neither of us drops off plane while keeping to the far right... It's the blatent infractions of a couple of boat lengths or less when I'm at headway speed or less, or complete disregard for give-way or stand-on rules that I find worrisome.
Stay your course n drive your boat…have a great weekend!
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