SA, don't be so hard on yourself. Seems like you make all the right decisions and moves. There is a reason why you came away unscathed. You're a smart boater that found himself in a tight situation. You dealt with it. It has happened to everyone. I have been boating my whole life, I hold a 100 ton and 6 pack license. All kinds of experience, thousands and thousands of days on the water commercially and recreationally. Sea, Lake, Rivers etc. All over New England and Florida. I have been in multiple situations. Multiple! No one is perfect. We all make mistakes. It is realizing when a mistake is being made and being cognizant enough to back yourself out (no pun intended). Bravo for you. You are a safe boater and I would ride with you anytime. You are now stronger and more skilled. The water is to be respected and no one is immune to its fury.
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