On Tue, 25 Jul 2006 20:38:27 GMT, "Roger Long"
wrote:

Then, I got to deal with the wake of a large displacement hull
going nearly hull speed on top of an already considerable sea.

Roger, with all due respect, a large wake should be regarded as just
another wave in a seaworthy and decent sized boat such as yours. It
is unreasonable to expect people to slow down except in a confined
area where you could lose control.

With regard to the right of way situation, did you sound a danger
signal or attempt contact on channel 13 or 16? That is the proper
course of action, preferably before the situation becomes critical.

Even though you had the right of way it would have been prudent to
have hailed him and proposed a "two whistle" pass. Most larger boats
will assume "one whistle" in the absence of some other arrangement.
Almost all boats of that size are piloted by professionals and will
respond positively to requests presented in a professional manner.