I saw a few interesting situations. But...
I also saw plenty of courteous, safe and friendly boating.
As I bob along in my 18' foot Sea Ray, my passengers ask me about what looks to them, like bedlam. I explain the rules, stand on, give way etc., they ask what I do if the other vessel doesn't follow the rules.
It's simple: Avoid the collision.
It seems like boat rage is routed in the mistaken idea that the "stand on" vessel is granted the "right of way". The "give way" vessel has responsibility to do just that...give way. When that doesn't happen the "stand on" vessel needs to take action to avoid a collision. This action doesn't include running down the errant boat and engaging in a cussing match.
In a p***ing contest, everyone gets wet.
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