Re: [Paddlewise] Rules of the (Nautical) Road

> In other words no
> powered vessel has to yield to a kayak.
>                 Pete Gallagher
>
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Unless the powered vessel is overtaking the kayak--in which case the kayak
has the right of way, just as the power boat would have the right of way if
the kayak was the overtaking vessel. If the power vessel is restricted in
it's ability to maneuver or is towing something, it will always have the
right of way. Human powered craft are not considered to be "restricted in
their ability to maneuver".

Best bet to remember is the "Rule of Gross Tonnage" though. If it's bigger
than you, it doesn't matter, let it have the right of way in all instances.

Steve Holtzman


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