"Capt. Mooron" wrote in message news:gk2Td.32$TB.29@edtnps84...

Do you really think I give a **** about who is to windward and who is
burdened if I'm being overtaken?? Nothing is more comical and dangerous than
a sailboat assuming right of way over a larger commercial vessel. If it's
another sailboat I'll give all the room I can.... If it's a bigger boat or
power vessel I'll provide as much room as they need. I cruise.... I'm never
in a rush... even the odd time I race.

Your ignorance of the Rules and disregard for the safety of your vessel is
surpassed only by the danger you represent to vessels following the Rules.

Commercial vessels, even those driven by the likes of Shen44 and otnmbrd,
follow the Rules and expect other vessels to do the same. The action they
take is required by the Rules and any inaction or wrong action other boats
who scorn the Rules can cause confusion, close-quarters situations and
collisions.

Your providing 'as much room as they need' is fine as long as such room is
provided by the book. Get a clue! Try taking and passing the exam and obtain
a captain's license before you hurt yourself and embarrass us real seamen.

Why is it Joe and myself are the only sailors here who wish to do things
the right way?

CN