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Boating Rules And Regulations – What You Need To Know To Stay Safe On The Water!
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Before you start looking thru the boat classifieds for a new boat for sale or maybe a used boat for sale, you need to stop to think about getting acquainted with the basic sailing rules and regs. These may affect the kind of boat you purchase and how you intend to use it. The amount of registered boaters continues to rise annually and though the amount of lethal accidents has appears to level off over the last few years, the quantity of sailing congestion and traffic has not.
Every year it appears like there are more boaters on our inland waters and major gateways and your local county law enforcement is now constantly monitoring them for violations. Below are some boating regulations to help keep you safe. People between the ages of 12-15 may operate a boat provided they are accompanied by an adult. This regulation varies from state to state, so check your local authority first.
Cruising in Prohibited Areas - Proscribed areas are routinely marked with buoys, beacons or diver down flags. Be cautious to check for proscribed areas at your local launch site or keep away from marked areas. Slow-No Wake: Marked areas require that you operate your boat as to not make a wake and at minimum speed
Riding on Bow: It is generally unlawful to ride on the bow, unless supplied with seating, or gunwale of a boat that's traveling at a speed greater than slow-no wake speed. Unacceptable Distance: It isn't lawful to operate a boat when traveling greater than slow-no wake speeds inside a hundred feet of coastal waters less than three feet deep, any berthed or anchored vessel, any dock or raft, a marked swimming area.
Failure to control Speed: It is unlawful to operate a boat at a speed that would cause danger to property or life or speeds that make it difficult for you to safely manage your vessel including, speeds greater than 55mph on little inland lakes, faster than reasonable speeds in serious conditions, speeds greater than slow-no wake speeds with people riding on bow. Reckless Operation: Includes operation your vessel that threatens the protection of others or the property of others. It is illegal to tow skiers from dusk to dawn.
Boats towing skiers must be provided with a wide angle rearview mirror or have someone else on board, twelve years or older, to watch the skier. Each occupant must wear a life preserver or life jacket, if provided with a kill switch wire must be attached to the driver, inflatable life jackets aren't sufficient or authorized for PWC's, can only be operated during daytime hours and can't be used from nightfall to dawn, must maintain at least fifty foot distance from other objects including boats, shore, docks, swimmers unless moving at no-wake speed, jumping the wake of another vessel or driving intolerably close is illegal, it is illegal to operate the vessel in a delegated area for showering, fishing, swimming or in a prohibited area, operated the vessel while drunk (blood alcohol content of 0.08 or higher), it is illegal to operate the vessel inside 50' of a diver down flag. Note : there are further needs and rules for PWC private watercraft.
Alcohol and Drugs: In some states, alcohol is involved in as much as 25% of cruising accidents. It is unlawful to operate your boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. In most states, if you've a blood alcohol level higher than 0.1 percent you are guilty of a misdemeanor. In some states it's 0.08%. If you are BAL is 0.07%, your local Sheriff can apply other tests to establish if you're under the influence. Your blood alcohol level is conditional upon your weight, your metabolic rate and how much food is in your belly. Heavier folks or people that have recently eaten will have a higher toleration to the results of alcohol. Blood Alcohol levels - FOR REFERENCE just for a medium size adult male weighing roughly 175lbs his blood alcohol level will be as the following, one drink in hour - .016 two drinks in one hour- .032 three drinks in 1.5 hours- .048 four drinks in two hours- .064 five drinks in 2.5 hours- .08 six drinks in 3.5 hours - .096 For a huge size adult male weighing roughly 225 lbs, one drink in hour - .01 two drinks in one hour- .02 three drinks in 1.5 hours- .03 four drinks in two hours- .045 five drinks in 2.5 hours- .06 six drinks in 3.5 hours - .067 Blood Alcohol Levels and How it Feels Physically : .02 relaxed feeling .05 less alert and physical coordination and impairment starts .07 legally drunk in several states According to this reference info, it's obvious a few drinks over a period of a couple of hours perhaps enjoyed and managed, but four or more drinks without regard for your size places you and others in danger. So as one says on the T. V. don't drink and drive and if you opt to drink do so responsibly.
As always, these are just basic guidelines, please check your local state authority for your specific rules and regulations.
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MXA-5000 AIS w/ Real-Time Vessel Traffic Information – 10% Summer Sale! Price shown reflects 10% discount.
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MXA-5000 AIS w/ Real-Time Vessel Traffic Information - 10% Summer Sale! Price shown reflects 10% discount. Advanced Collision Avoidance w/ Real-Time Vessel Traffic InformationDual channel receive capabilityThe MXA-5000 receives both Ch. 87B (161.975MHz) and Ch. 88B (162.025MHz) simultaneously. This dual channel receive makes the MXA-5000 more flexible for obtaining AIS information from AIS transponders that operate on only one channel. In addition, the MXA-5000 also receives both Class A and Class B AIS data.Dual mode data outputThe MXA-5000 has two data output. One is RS-422 for connection with equipment such as marine radar or GPS chart plotter. Those equipments which accept the VDM sentence format will show the AIS data on the display. The second is RS-232C for PC connection. When using with AIS plotter software*, the MXA-5000 allows you to monitor other vessel traffic on your PC.*Not supplied from Icom.Built-in antenna splitter to share one antennaThe MXA-5000 can be installed between a VHF antenna and a VHF radio. While receiving a VHF radio signal*, the MXA-5000 receives AIS data. When you transmit from the connected VHF radio, the Tx signal bypasses the MXA-5000 to protect the internal circuit.*Insertion loss : 3.5dB (approx.)GPS data multiplexWhen connected a GPS receiver to the MXA-5000, GPS position information such as RMC, GGA, GNS and GLL formats can be multiplexed with AIS data (VDM format) and simplifies wiring.Compact size and light weight bodyThe MXA-5000 is only 132(W)X34(H)X155(D)* mm and weighs only 400g* for easy and flexible installation.*Mounting bracket is not included. What is AIS?Icom's MXA-5000 AIS (Automatic Identification System) receiver will pick up real- time transmissions from vessels that use an AIS transporter. Such transponders are now required for SOLAS vessels by SOLAS regulations.The AIS transponder sends accurate navigation information such as:Static information - vessel call sign, name MMSI number, dimensions and type Voyage-related information - draft, cargo type, destination and estimated time of arrival Dynamic information - time in universal time, coordinated, latitude/longitude position, course over ground, speed over ground, heading, rate of turn and navigational status $539.98 » More Details ...
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5225-XT 8′ VHF Antenna – 10% Summer Sale! Price shown reflects 10% discount.
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5225-XT 8' VHF Antenna - 10% Summer Sale! Price shown reflects 10% discount. Shakespeare Galaxy Style 5225-XT8' VHF 6dB GainCollinear-phased 5/8 wave elementsEXTRA TOUGH!Shakespeare's best 8', 6dB Gain antenna. Its Galaxy® design maximizes range and quality in a great looking antenna. The 5225-XT is Shakespeare's classic Style 5225 in a new, stronger, sturdier, stiffer radome for extra duty. It's extra tough for use on hard tops, T-tops, radar arches, or wherever its extra resistance to high winds and high speeds is welcome.Brass and copper elements for maximum range and efficiencyStainless steel ferrule with standard 1"-14 thread20' RG-8/X low-loss cable plus a PL-259 connectorSuggested mount: Shakespeare Style 4187 Ratchet MountOne sectionShakespeare Limited Warranty: 5 yearsTechnical Specifications:Frequency:VHF Marine BandBandwidth:3 MHz within 2.0:1 VSWRSWR:nominally 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHzImpedance:50 ohmsMax Input (Watts):100 wattsDC Ground:YESHeight (feet):8'Polarization:Vertical $122.70 » More Details ...
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50 PowerDrive V2 PowerDrive V2 FreshWater Bow-Mount Trolling MotorA redesigned foot pedal, new deploy-assist lever and digital electronics enhance one of the most trusted motors in the industry. Discover the next generation of performance. MOTOR HIGHLIGHTSDEPLOY ASSIST LEVERFeatures a new deploy-assist lever that puts you in motion and in pursuit of fish quickly and easily. Simply depress the lever to deploy the motor and youre ready to go. When its time to move, it stows easily and securely ready for action again as soon as you are.ERGONOMIC FOOT PEDALOffers precise speed adjustment, right/left steering, and both momentary and constant On/Off. Features the industrys highest IP68 waterproof rating and 18' cord. Optional wireless foot pedal available.FEATURESCoPilot CompatibleFingertip control only from Minn Kota®.The wireless CoPilot remote control accessory lets you control speed and steering from anywhere on the boat. With CoPilot you get every fish-fighting advantage and a clean, uncluttered deck while eliminating the fatigue of being "locked" to the foot pedal.Digital MaximizerÂDigital MaximizerÂ. Up to five times longer run time on a single charge.Conventional speed coil technology wastes energy by delivering a constant, steady flow of power to the motor regardless of the speed setting resulting in wasted energy.Pioneered in 1985, Minn Kotas innovative Maximizer technology delivers the precise amount of power needed at any setting, along with variable speed control. Now, our advanced, digital microprocessing optimizes draw to extend battery life and reduce damaging heat. Get up to five times longer run time on a single charge.Indestructible Composite ShaftThe standard of the industry since 1991! Pound for pound, our ultra high-yield composite material has been tested to be three times the strength of steel. Virtually indestructible, it flexes on impact and then returns to its original position. Unlike steel, will not kink, break, rust or corrode guaranteed for life!Cool, Quiet PowerNothing runs cooler or more quietly than Minn Kota®. Extra large windings and commutators are used to dissipate heat, resulting in cooler operation, extended battery power and longer motor life. A unique bearing system produces low rpms/high torque to cut down on fish-spooking noise so quiet theyll never hear you coming.Weedless Wedge 2 PropThe latest generation of this legendary Roland Martin design features swept-back and flared blades to "wedge" weeds away. Pass through the thick stuff at any speed without battery-draining "chopping and hacking." A Minn Kota® exclusive! Available on select models.Warranty3-Year Warranty All PowerDrive V2 bow-mount trolling motors feature Minn Kotas three-year warranty. $512.42 » More Details ...
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