"Bryan" wrote in message
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Do I want a rearview mirror for my boat?
It seems like a good idea to see the folks I'm towing while I'm watching
traffic in front, but I don't see any boats with rearview mirrors.
What's the scoop on this?

Thanks
Bryan
Sea Ray 185

I don't know of any tow (ski) boats, that don't come with a mirror, but
you're right...I don't see them on anything else.

Here in Ohio, its not required, as the law dictates have a "third" spotter.
With a spotter, the driver should be driving...not looking at the skier.

However, in other states (like KY) a spotter is not required when pulling a
skier, however, a rear view mirror is.

Mounting a mirror can be tricky too. They are larger than auto mirrors, and
since the bow angle changes on a boat, there is a visibility issue, so keep
that in mind.

Good luck.

--
-Netsock

"It's just about going fast...that's all..."
http://home.columbus.rr.com/ckg/

"Netsock" wrote in message
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"Bryan" wrote in message
.. .
Do I want a rearview mirror for my boat?
It seems like a good idea to see the folks I'm towing while I'm watching
traffic in front, but I don't see any boats with rearview mirrors.
What's the scoop on this?

Thanks
Bryan
Sea Ray 185

I don't know of any tow (ski) boats, that don't come with a mirror, but
you're right...I don't see them on anything else.

Here in Ohio, its not required, as the law dictates have a "third"
spotter.
With a spotter, the driver should be driving...not looking at the skier.

However, in other states (like KY) a spotter is not required when pulling
a
skier, however, a rear view mirror is.

Mounting a mirror can be tricky too. They are larger than auto mirrors,
and
since the bow angle changes on a boat, there is a visibility issue, so
keep
that in mind.

Good luck.

--
-Netsock

"It's just about going fast...that's all..."
http://home.columbus.rr.com/ckg/



Good advice. I don't start any maneuvering until the boat starts to plane
so I'll set the mirror for that angle. Thanks.

I have to agree. They make some very large parabolic mirrors, and they do
help you keep up with the other boaters, especially on the busier lakes.

Here is a great example of these large mirrors.
http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs...oductId=131730



"mgg" wrote in message
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I wouldn't go out w/out one. A good parabolic mirror is best. Like driving,
I want to know who is behind me whether I'm towing or not. To each his own.

--Mike

"Bryan" wrote in message
.. .
Do I want a rearview mirror for my boat?
It seems like a good idea to see the folks I'm towing while I'm watching
traffic in front, but I don't see any boats with rearview mirrors.
What's the scoop on this?

Thanks
Bryan
Sea Ray 185

"Bryan" wrote in message
.. .
Do I want a rearview mirror for my boat?
It seems like a good idea to see the folks I'm towing while I'm watching
traffic in front, but I don't see any boats with rearview mirrors.
What's the scoop on this?

Thanks
Bryan
Sea Ray 185

"mgg" wrote in message
. ..
I wouldn't go out w/out one. A good parabolic mirror is best. Like
driving, I want to know who is behind me whether I'm towing or not. To
each his own.

--Mike

"Starbucks" wrote in message
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I have to agree. They make some very large parabolic mirrors, and they do
help you keep up with the other boaters, especially on the busier lakes.

Here is a great example of these large mirrors.
http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs...oductId=131730



I tried the mirror my wife handed me last night, but it didn't work. I
literally mean it didn't work. It attached to my windshield just fine, but
it wouldn't stay up. I didn't have a small phillips on board or any viagra
so I put the limp thing away for another day. I'll check out your links.
Thanks.

Bryan,
The one I had attached to the top of the windshield using wing nuts that
would tighten a clamp. Made it very easy to attach, and it would stay
attached.

"Bryan" wrote in message
m...


"Bryan" wrote in message
.. .
Do I want a rearview mirror for my boat?
It seems like a good idea to see the folks I'm towing while I'm
watching traffic in front, but I don't see any boats with rearview
mirrors.
What's the scoop on this?

Thanks
Bryan
Sea Ray 185

"mgg" wrote in message
. ..
I wouldn't go out w/out one. A good parabolic mirror is best. Like
driving, I want to know who is behind me whether I'm towing or not. To
each his own.

--Mike

"Starbucks" wrote in message
...
I have to agree. They make some very large parabolic mirrors, and they do
help you keep up with the other boaters, especially on the busier lakes.

Here is a great example of these large mirrors.
http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs...oductId=131730



I tried the mirror my wife handed me last night, but it didn't work. I
literally mean it didn't work. It attached to my windshield just fine,
but it wouldn't stay up. I didn't have a small phillips on board or any
viagra so I put the limp thing away for another day. I'll check out your
links. Thanks.

Thanks!

"Starbucks" wrote in message
...
Bryan,
The one I had attached to the top of the windshield using wing nuts that
would tighten a clamp. Made it very easy to attach, and it would stay
attached.

"Bryan" wrote in message
m...


"Bryan" wrote in message
.. .
Do I want a rearview mirror for my boat?
It seems like a good idea to see the folks I'm towing while I'm
watching traffic in front, but I don't see any boats with rearview
mirrors.
What's the scoop on this?

Thanks
Bryan
Sea Ray 185

"mgg" wrote in message
. ..
I wouldn't go out w/out one. A good parabolic mirror is best. Like
driving, I want to know who is behind me whether I'm towing or not. To
each his own.

--Mike

"Starbucks" wrote in message
...
I have to agree. They make some very large parabolic mirrors, and they
do help you keep up with the other boaters, especially on the busier
lakes.

Here is a great example of these large mirrors.
http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs...oductId=131730



I tried the mirror my wife handed me last night, but it didn't work. I
literally mean it didn't work. It attached to my windshield just fine,
but it wouldn't stay up. I didn't have a small phillips on board or any
viagra so I put the limp thing away for another day. I'll check out your
links. Thanks.