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Another reason jeff is wrong!
Jeff wants to add "overtaking" to the classes of vessels in the pecking
order mnemonic. One reason why this is just plain ignorant I have plainly stated elsewhere. Adding an ACTION of a vessel to a list of CLASSES of vessels is to *******ize the list. If you add "overtaking" then why not add "meeting" or "crossing?" The second reason why adding "overtaking" to the list of classes of vessels is just plain ignorant is because it is just plain wrong. It is wrong by virtue of the FACT that there is at least one situation where the overtaking vessel is the STAND ON vessel. Vessel A is tied to a pier with a vessel tied fore and aft of it. The current is running strongly from the stern of vessel A. So vessel A decides to back out of its berth because in doing so the stern of the vessel will pull away from the pier and the bow of the vessel will follow and will not strike the vessel berthed forward of it. The helmsman blows the horn using one prolonged blast indicating he is exiting his berth and then three short blasts of the horn to indicate operating in astern propulsion. Vessel B is proceeding parallel to the dock and with the current - in other words coming up from Vessel A's stern. Vessel B is overtaking Vessel A but Vessel B is the stand on vessel because a vessel exiting a pier or berth is the burdened vessel. I hope this helps. Wilbur Hubbard |
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Another reason jeff is wrong!
"Wilbur Hubbard" wrote
I hope this helps. How is "not under command" a class of vessel? |
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"Ernest Scribbler" wrote in message ... "Wilbur Hubbard" wrote I hope this helps. How is "not under command" a class of vessel? Yours is a common misunderstanding. Not under command has nothing to do with a vessel not being under command as the layman thinks of command. Rather it is a term used to describe a vessel that because of some unusual circumstance is unable to maneuver according to the rules. Any vessel that breaks a rudder or steering cable or hydraulic steering line, for example can declare and identify itself as NUC. So the NUC class of vessels includes all vessels that have some physical or other unusual malady, breakdown, or snafu that makes them unable to maneuver. The vessel is what it is. It is not in the ACT of doing one particular thing such as overtaking, crossing or meeting. Wilbur Hubbard |
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Another reason jeff is wrong!
"Wilbur Hubbard" wrote
Yours is a common misunderstanding. My misunderstandings are all totally unique and original, I'll have you know. Any vessel that breaks a rudder or steering cable or hydraulic steering line, for example Sounds like a condition that could befall any vessel. In fact, I think I see the words "any vessel" in your description. So how does that make it a class of vessel? |
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Another reason jeff is wrong!
Wilbur Hubbard wrote:
Jeff wants to add "overtaking" to the classes of vessels in the pecking order mnemonic. Your silly arguments only serve to show how little you actually understand the rules. One reason why this is just plain ignorant I have plainly stated elsewhere. Adding an ACTION of a vessel to a list of CLASSES of vessels is to *******ize the list. If you add "overtaking" then why not add "meeting" or "crossing?" Why not indeed? Of course, the overtaking rule applies in almost all such meetings between various boats. The crossing rule only applies between power boats, so its hard to fit it to the general rules. And head on meeting doesn't even have a stand on/give way relationship. No where is it written that this mnemonic must correspond to "classes" as you define them. If its useful for remembering rules, thats enough. Since you don't have a boat, you have no need of remembering the rules. The second reason why adding "overtaking" to the list of classes of vessels is just plain ignorant is because it is just plain wrong. It is wrong by virtue of the FACT that there is at least one situation where the overtaking vessel is the STAND ON vessel. Even if there were an exception, what difference would that make? If it an "overtaking situation" the rule applies, otherwise it doesn't. Actually, the Overtaking Rule is one that is the clearest. Although there are some scenarios where its a challenge to determine if it applies, in its basic form it doesn't matter what manner of vessel is involved. Vessel A is tied to a pier with a vessel tied fore and aft of it. The current is running strongly from the stern of vessel A. So vessel A decides to back out of its berth because in doing so the stern of the vessel will pull away from the pier and the bow of the vessel will follow and will not strike the vessel berthed forward of it. The helmsman blows the horn using one prolonged blast indicating he is exiting his berth and then three short blasts of the horn to indicate operating in astern propulsion. Vessel B is proceeding parallel to the dock and with the current - in other words coming up from Vessel A's stern. Vessel B is overtaking Vessel A but In open water, a boat making sternway effectively has it bow and stern reversed. However, in this situation the "Special Circumstances" rule (Rule 2) would apply. Vessel B is the stand on vessel because a vessel exiting a pier or berth is the burdened vessel. Oh really?? Please show us that rule! Why would a vessel leaving a slip have a special signal if its always the Give Way vessel? Actually this is a area where the courts have given more guidance than the ColRegs do. The vessel leaving the slip must not impede vessels in the channel; vessels in the channel must use moderate speed and be prepared for vessel leaving. I hope this helps. It certainly helps to show your ignorance of the rules! |
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Another reason jeff is wrong!
"Ernest Scribbler" wrote in message . .. "Wilbur Hubbard" wrote Yours is a common misunderstanding. My misunderstandings are all totally unique and original, I'll have you know. Any vessel that breaks a rudder or steering cable or hydraulic steering line, for example Sounds like a condition that could befall any vessel. In fact, I think I see the words "any vessel" in your description. So how does that make it a class of vessel? You really can't be THAT stupid! Or can you? Humans are a class. Humans with the flu are a class. Humans with flu remain in their class as long as they have flu and don't die. If they die they become a new class - that of Humans having died from flu. In other words a class doesn't have to be a static entity. I know this might be hard for you to understand as you probably spent about four years in your 8th grade class before they moved you along. So, I guess I can understand where you might get the idea that classes are a static entity. The same holds true in the pecking order classes. Any vessel has the potential to be included in the NUC class. The NUC class consists of vessels that may or may not move in and out of the class. But, the class remains as described in the Rules. Now, you need to go the back of the class. And put on that pointy hat. You, sir, are a dunce! Wilbur Hubbard |
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"Wilbur Hubbard" wrote
The NUC class consists of vessels that may or may not move in and out of the class. Other than coming up with some stunningly insipid ad hominems, you're just not doing a very good job here, Wilbur. With your characteristic dearth of brevity, you've amply explained that a class, as you define it, is a temporary condition that any vessel (or human) can enter or leave. The problem isn't with your explanation, it's that there's just no sensible way to square it with your earlier assertion that another temporary condition, overtaking, doesn't fit your definition of a class. What you fail to recognize, is that I haven't called into question your position on what should or shouldn't be included in the mnemonic, I've only pointed out that your argument against the inclusion in question is specious at best. Perhaps if you spent a little less time pontificating, you could do a better job of explaining yourself. You, sir, are a dunce! You, sir, have no class... |
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Another reason jeff is wrong!
"Ernest Scribbler" wrote in message ... "Wilbur Hubbard" wrote The NUC class consists of vessels that may or may not move in and out of the class. Other than coming up with some stunningly insipid ad hominems, you're just not doing a very good job here, Wilbur. With your characteristic dearth of brevity, you've amply explained that a class, as you define it, is a temporary condition that any vessel (or human) can enter or leave. The problem isn't with your explanation, it's that there's just no sensible way to square it with your earlier assertion that another temporary condition, Hold it! Stop right there! Cease, desist, arręt, anschlag, arresto, batente, ????, parada ! I said nothing about overtaking being a "condition." I did say that overtaking is an "action" and that is the crux of the matter. It is not appropriate to add an action to a class of vessels being delineated by their state of being. A NUC is a state of being. A RAM is a state of being. A sailboat is a state of being. But not OVERTAKING. Overtaking is an action. An action does not belong in a list of states of being. overtaking, doesn't fit your definition of a class. What you fail to recognize, is that I haven't called into question your position on what should or shouldn't be included in the mnemonic, I've only pointed out that your argument against the inclusion in question is specious at best. Simply not so. What's in question is your total failure to understand simple concepts such as state of being versus action. Noun versus verb. Action is described by a verb. Vessel A overtakes Vessel B as opposed to Vessel a is a NUC and Vessel B is a RAM or vessel C is a SAILBOAT. Would you include a verb in a list of nouns? Perhaps so since you appear to have little or no concept of the structure of the English language. Here I am treating with a functionally illiterate individual trying to make a point while the the very language we use is not understood by you. Do you see why now I often feel a sense of hopelessness when dealing with the dregs that most often post here? Perhaps if you spent a little less time pontificating, you could do a better job of explaining yourself. In order to break through the brick wall that is your mind one needs pontificate and pontificate plenty in order to just get your attention. Once attention is gotten then comes the long process of attempting to impart the education you obviously missed in school. You, sir, are a dunce! You, sir, have no class... You might have a point there or why would I be bothering trying to educate the classless? Wilbur Hubbard |
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Another reason jeff is wrong!
On Thu, 1 May 2008 14:38:13 -0400, "Gregory Hall"
wrote: Wilbur Hubbard Having a little trouble keeping your socks matched up there NW? Frank |
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Another reason jeff is wrong!
On May 1, 2:38*pm, "Gregory Hall" wrote:
"Ernest Scribbler" wrote in message ... Other than coming up with some stunningly insipid ad hominems, you're just not doing a very good job here, Wilbur. With your characteristic dearth of brevity, you've amply explained that a class, as you define it, is a temporary condition that any vessel (or human) can enter or leave. The problem isn't with your explanation, it's that there's just no sensible way to square it with your earlier assertion that another temporary condition, Simply not so. What's in question is your total failure to understand simple concepts such as state of being versus action. Noun versus verb. Action is described by a verb. Vessel A overtakes Vessel B as opposed to Vessel a is a NUC and Vessel B is a RAM or vessel C is a SAILBOAT. Would you include a verb in a list of nouns? Perhaps so since you appear to have little or no concept of the structure of the English language. Here I am treating with a functionally literate individual trying to make a point while the the very language we use is not understood by you. This is very reminiscent of one of my favorites, the classic "Gossage- Verbedian Papers," go look i tup and read it right now if you're not familiar, you'll get some huge laughs and you'll see what I mean! richforman |
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