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Introduction
High performance boat operation
High performance is not only defined by engine size, but
by a combination of engine power (horsepower), hull
design, and the size of the boat. Your new engine(s)
produce a high power output. Depending on the boat type,
the top speed may be much higher than what you are
accustomed to.
High speed operation requires an experienced operator
who has mastered handling of high performance boats. It
is advisable that you learn the boat’s behavior before you
take passengers on board. Inform your passengers about
your boat’s characteristics and the maneuvers you intend
to do. Use the boat’s performance with due consideration
and care!
When operating at high speeds, remember that other
boaters may not realize the speed at which you are
traveling, especially when you close in on another boat
from astern or from ahead. Always keep a good distance
to allow for the unexpected! Always be prepared for what
other boaters may do unexpectedly. High speed driving
requires the driver to give a high degree of attention to
boat operation and surrounding conditions.
A boat traveling at a speed of approximately 70 MPH (60
knots) covers about 100 feet (30 meters) in 1 second. The
faster you go the quicker things will happen. High speed
driving requires a lot of water and a good distance to
possible hazards! Always allow for adequate reaction time.
Always reduce speed when visibility is reduced for what-
ever reason.
When driving, make sure that all passengers are safely
seated. Emphasize this especially if you have a larger,
high performance cabin cruiser where one normally moves
about during operation. Reduce speed considerably, or
stop completely if someone needs to move about the boat.
The driver should always use the safety kill switch! The kill
switch lanyard which is securely connected to the driver,
immediately shuts off the engine(s) should the driver be
thrown from the driving position. Even if the risk of being
thrown overboard is practically nonexistent in your type of
boat, the risk of the driver falling and being dazed in rough
seas can be even greater.
Remember, even when the engine(s) is stopped in a high
performance boat that is planing, it will travel approxi-
mately 325 feet (100 meters) before dropping through the
planing threshold and stopping!
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