[Evenstar]

Originally Posted by sum-r breeze

Evenstar... I think it is you that has the narrow view of boating. No one is hampering your paddling in any way, shape, or form. Do you think you could paddle across the Broads WITH the 45mph speed limit and do it safely? I think not. Paddle where it is safe. Don't paddle where you'll get killed. Just plain old common sense. Now... Highway speed limits....Have you ever seen those signs that read "No Bicycles, Horses,or Pedestrians" as you travel down an on ramp getting on the highway? Why do you think they limit the type of conveyance of travel on certain roads? I'll give you a hint....They can't safely keep up with the speed of the rest of the traffic. Do you see where I'm going with this? Reasonable,Safe,Prudent,all watch words. Just remember
Stupid Kills almost every time.

Yes, I could safely cross the Broads if there was a 45 mph. Why couldn’t I?

My view is not narrow, because mine allows for all boaters to share our lakes. All I’m asking for is for the faster boaters to slow down a bit to a speed that is safe for the rest of us.

I get exactly where you’re going. But a lake is for recreation – it’s not a high speed transportation system. And it’s not a race course. And personally, I think there’s something very wrong when a recreation activity favors mechanical engines over human power.

Why do you feel that it’s stupid to use a boat that is specifically designed for large bodies of water, on a large lake?