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(NOTE: Information is included here that does not apply to Malibu boats. However, the information is
included here to assist Malibu operators in being aware of the navigational lights that may appear on other
vessels you may encounter.)
Motorboats less than 20 meters (65.62 feet) shall exhibit navigation lights as shown in Figure 1. (Note:
Two masthead lights are optional for boats under 50 meters. Boats over 50 meters [164 feet] will display two
masthead lights.)
Motorboats of less than 12 meters (39 feet, 4 inches) in length, may show the lights in either Figure 1
or Figure 2. Boats of less than 7 meters (23 feet) whose maximum speed cannot exceed 7 knots may exhibit
an all-around white light, and if practicable sidelights instead of the lights prescribed above, in international
waters only.
Sailboats and watercraft under oars: Sailboats less than 20 meters (65.62 feet) may exhibit the
navigation lights shown in Figures 3 or 4.
Another option for sailboats is to use a single combination lantern at the top of the mast as shown in
Figure 5.
Sailboats less than 7 meters (22.96 feet) may carry an electric torch or lighted lantern showing a
white light to be displayed in sufficient time to prevent collision (see Figure 6 left). If practicable the lights
prescribed for sailboats less than 20 meters should be displayed. Watercraft under oars (such as a canoe)
may display the lights prescribed for sailboats, but if not, must have ready at hand an electric torch or
lighted lantern (flashlight) showing a white light to be displayed in sufficient time to prevent collision (see
Figure 6 right).
Anchored boats: Motorboats and sailboats at anchor must display anchor lights. An anchor light for a
watercraft less than 50 meters (164 feet) in length is an all-around white light, visible for 2 miles exhibited
where it can best be seen (see Figure 7).
Sailboats operating under machinery, or under sail and machinery, are considered power driven and
must display the lights prescribed for a power-driven boat.
WATERSPORTS
SAFETY
Skiers or riders are obligated to be aware of the same fundamental safety rules as boat operators. If you
are new to water skiing, wakeboarding, wake surfing, and other towed watersports, seek certified training
before starting. You will find it especially helpful to join a local ski club, World Wakeboard Association, and/
or the USA Water Ski, when possible.
Always remember that the majority of injuries occurring while water skiing/wakeboarding and other
towed watersports are the result of impacts with other objects. Always look where you are going and be
aware of what is going on around you.
When participating in towing watersports, be safe and courteous and follow these guidelines:
• Be considerate to fishermen and others who are sharing the same body of water.
• DO NOT perform watersports in congested areas.
• Stay away from navigation markers.
• Stay away from other boats and watersports participants.
Contact with a spinning propeller can cause injury
and death. Do not enter or exit the water when the
engine is running (ON) and the propeller spinning.
Do not get on the swim platform when the engine is
running. Do not swim towards the back of the boat if the engine is on.
Failure to adhere to these warnings may result in
severe injury or death to you and/or others.
• Every towed person must always wear a USCG-approved personal
flotation device.
• Always have an experienced driver and a designated observer in the
boat while being towed.
• Maintain a distance of at least 100 feet from all other objects, including
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