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Woodsy · 08-21-2017, 10:30 AM

Perhaps its time to revisit the NWZ definition?

We have 2 definitions and confusing language. We call them No Wake Zones... but in reality they are slow speed zones as headway speed is defined as speed is 6 mph or the slowest speed to travel and still maintain steerage. So legally, you are allowed 6 MPH anyway... some boats more.

So perhaps we should redefine the NWZ to slow zones, slap a 5MPH speed limit on them and call it done?

Woodsy

08-21-2017, 10:30 AM	#21
Woodsy Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Weirs Beach Posts: 1,964 Thanks: 80 Thanked 978 Times in 439 Posts	Perhaps its time to revisit the NWZ definition? We have 2 definitions and confusing language. We call them No Wake Zones... but in reality they are slow speed zones as headway speed is defined as speed is 6 mph or the slowest speed to travel and still maintain steerage. So legally, you are allowed 6 MPH anyway... some boats more. So perhaps we should redefine the NWZ to slow zones, slap a 5MPH speed limit on them and call it done? Woodsy __________________ The only way to eliminate ignorant behavior is through education. You can't fix stupid.