actually, jeffies, the engine is NOT the determining factor.

people show ply the waters of the Sound know that. It is, after all, on the
charts.


Try again, jaxie, the rules are pretty clear that you have to be using the
engine for propulsion.

From Rule 3, Definitions:
(b) The term “power-driven vessel� means any vessel propelled by
machinery;
(c) The term “sailing vessel� means any vessel under sail provided that
propelling machinery, if fitted, is not being used;



"JAXAshby" wrote in message
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This is one of those grey areas where
you'll never get an answer from the CG.



ain't no "grey area" at all. your engine is running you are a powerboat,
neutral or not.