On Wed, 25 Feb 2004 11:02:24 -0800, "Rod McInnis"
wrote:

The situation can change too fast, and the possibility of hitting an
odd wave or another boat's wake can make relying on the autopilot a bit
risky.
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My sentiments exactly. I rarely take my eyes off the water for more
than a second or two when running my 24 footer at 20+ kts.