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jeffk · 06-09-2007, 08:18 PM

I don't think its just a matter of size/horsepower. For example, the first time I took my PWC out for a literal spin, I realized its maneuverability and acceleration would require me to master a new set of boating skills if I wasn't going to be a danger to myself or others. Different classes of water craft, even unpowered ones, have handling behaviors, safety issues, and other information to learn so that you can be a good and safe boater.

I think it would be a good step to require some practical demonstration of skills before allowing water access but I also believe that with the likely impact on visiting boaters such a requirement would be almost impossible to impose. Too bad.

06-09-2007, 08:18 PM	#157
jeffk Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Center Harbor Posts: 1,162 Thanks: 205 Thanked 431 Times in 248 Posts	OK, however ... I don't think its just a matter of size/horsepower. For example, the first time I took my PWC out for a literal spin, I realized its maneuverability and acceleration would require me to master a new set of boating skills if I wasn't going to be a danger to myself or others. Different classes of water craft, even unpowered ones, have handling behaviors, safety issues, and other information to learn so that you can be a good and safe boater. I think it would be a good step to require some practical demonstration of skills before allowing water access but I also believe that with the likely impact on visiting boaters such a requirement would be almost impossible to impose. Too bad.