Speed Limits

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Originally Posted by JDeere

Why oppose it?

Because, In my opinion, the main purpose of the speed limit law is to discourage a certain type of boat from using the lake. In my opinion, the backers of the law are not that interested in safety, but rather in driving certain boats off the lake. A real concern for safety would address the most dangerous issues first. Things like summer weekend traffic in front of the Weirs Channel, between Eagle and Governors Islands, and near Glendale are much more dangerous than a 30' Baja zipping down the Broads at 60 MPH on a Tuesday, in September. The proposed law would stop the Baja but have no effect on the other issues.

This summer take a look around, watch the dangerous activity. You'll see for every boat exceeding 45 MPH, you will see 100 boats breaking the 150' rule, and 50 boats operating otherwise unsafely.

Just for background, I live in NH but not at the lake. The only motorboat I've ever owned, is a bowrider and will barely do 40 MPH. I've been on the lake with my family for 18 years and I've even kayaked on the lake.

I'm not saying that people shouldn't argue for certain laws, maybe banning certain boats is a good idea. Maybe lowering the noise limits is a good idea. But there should be truth in what the reason behind a law is.