[Paddlewise] defining manoeuvrability

Besides being one of the hardest words to spell, the concept of
manoeuvrability disintegrated when I read the Coast Guard response
to the right of way in California--the most manoeuvrable vessel gives way.

So what is manoeuvrability?  Is it the ability to turn 360 degrees in
the least amount of time? Or the ability to turn 180 degress and move 
from point A to point B behind in the shortest time?

A kayak can turn around itself quicker than a fishing boat, but
a kayak does not have the power to get out of the way of a freighter
as fast as a fishing boat could.

Does anyone have a good answer for this one?

- Julio

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