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Forum: Speed Limits 11-19-2009, 04:20 PM
Replies: 650
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Posted By VtSteve
I remember seeing a video of a real genuine...

I remember seeing a video of a real genuine Cigarette boat doing a partial roll, and ejecting the driver, at around 30 mph or so. Obviously not experienced or smart, he had no idea how to drive or...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-18-2009, 11:40 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
That was a sanctioned Race El

As you well know. I don't condone Nascar races through the city streets either. I'm not a thrill-seeker, nor do I have the need for speed. I have a 22' cuddy cabin. I love great scenery, the call...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-18-2009, 03:42 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
I wince every time I read one of your posts...

I wince every time I read one of your posts ridiculing the boating laws in the state. Since you also make fun of the Marine Patrol (bolded part), I'll leave it up to the reader where you're coming...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-17-2009, 10:16 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
I saw a deer get hit tonight on the interstate. ...

I saw a deer get hit tonight on the interstate. There should be a speed limit on these roads.



Safety lanyards are a great thing to have on, and they usually prevent the boat from turning in a...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-14-2009, 01:43 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
I think plenty of Supporters know by now what...

I think plenty of Supporters know by now what you're all about El, and whatever screen name you had before. You depend on the Us versus Them to survive. The minute a suggestion for a cordial...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-13-2009, 03:41 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
It's going to be a funny few years. The economy...

It's going to be a funny few years. The economy sucked, and the weather was bad this year. Both Sunset (cute SN) :rolleye2:, and El, said the lake was shear delight this summer. They gave the SL...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-13-2009, 07:57 AM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
I did read them, pretty bad indeed. One guy was...

I did read them, pretty bad indeed. One guy was the brother of the deceased. The accident discussed was determined to be cased from mechanical failure, a fact ignored by those cheering about the...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-13-2009, 07:18 AM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
I don't consider making statements pointing out...

I don't consider making statements pointing out real problems to be bashing. Just as on the roadways, there will always be incidents that involve a LEO that perhaps pushes when no push is needed....
Forum: Speed Limits 11-12-2009, 04:01 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
I think the best way to treat a situation like...

I think the best way to treat a situation like this Ryan is with an open mind. We've all had our issues on this forum at one time or another. After the holidays is a great time to meet people. I...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-12-2009, 02:19 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
Sounds like a fun group BH. Quite a large group...

Sounds like a fun group BH. Quite a large group from Winni down there. I had done some tentative planning to be in KW this week, but it didn't work out. I'm also trying to see if I can finally make...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-11-2009, 03:17 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
Most accidents during the day occur at under 45...

Most accidents during the day occur at under 45 mph on most waterways. So you're correct, getting rid of problems has never seemed to be a primary emphasis of the Sl crowd.

But that's just my...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-11-2009, 03:13 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
Those changing water conditions appeared to be...

Those changing water conditions appeared to be rocks in the river? Looks like he tried to slow down (rocks will do that), and caused the boat to pitch and roll. Certainly not the safest boater on...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-11-2009, 02:44 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
Most think the funding issue is a no-win...

Most think the funding issue is a no-win situation. Since none of the SL proponents pushed for it, and barely mention enforcement, I can only conclude that BI is right. Ain't gonna happen.

I have...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-11-2009, 01:28 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
I guess I missed this oldie

1/18/2008


New Hampshire May Raise Speed Limit, Ticket Dawdlers
New Hampshire could be the first northeast state to break the 65 MPH speed limit barrier.

The New Hampshire state House...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-11-2009, 12:23 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
BI understands the law well, and the real...

BI understands the law well, and the real problems on the lake even better. He's not only a realist, he's a pretty good predictor of the future. If you look back over his old posts during and after...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-10-2009, 11:05 AM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
The vast majority of accidents do not occur at...

The vast majority of accidents do not occur at very high speeds. Collisions between boats occur because of inattention, breaking safe passage rules relating to distance, lookout, etc.. Many of the...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-09-2009, 10:14 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
I'm sure the smart legislators would have...

I'm sure the smart legislators would have followed the posted links, just like I did. Upon reading the links, and any followups linked from there, they must be scratching their heads, wondering how...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-08-2009, 09:35 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
Here's the real relevance Sunset, be sgure to...

Here's the real relevance Sunset, be sgure to wipe the smirk off your face after reading :D

"Six die in Broward Intracoastal boat collision

Ft Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
25 November 1997
FORT...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-06-2009, 10:16 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
I always enjoy it when other people can live life...

I always enjoy it when other people can live life to the fullest, and just do it. Congrats BI.
Forum: Speed Limits 11-06-2009, 01:40 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
Like everywhere else, there's a variety over...

Like everywhere else, there's a variety over there as well. People with a knee-jerk reaction to anything they don't like, and those that actually have some responsibility. There's a lot of great...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-05-2009, 05:17 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
Haven't seen an update as of yet. "According...

Haven't seen an update as of yet.

"According to a Marine Patrol report, the two were were in a boat being piloted by Robin Pyburn, 50, of Alton, that was attempting to return to the West Alton...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-04-2009, 10:10 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
Perhaps it wouldn't matter if it were a smaller...

Perhaps it wouldn't matter if it were a smaller boat right El? Nothing to worry about as long as it's not a five-ton craft?

If you could put your intellect to good use instead of games, it would...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-04-2009, 05:04 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
The only thing I've gotten out of this latest...

The only thing I've gotten out of this latest series of attempts to rile everyone up is this. El missed the point in this horrific accident he listed.
...
Forum: Speed Limits 11-01-2009, 08:54 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
Make some common sense about this "Still,...

Make some common sense about this


"Still, Levora said boaters must constantly scan the water for people, birds and nets, but he's also concerned about skilled divers who don't use markers in an...
Forum: Speed Limits 10-28-2009, 08:10 PM
Replies: 650
Views: 267,972
Posted By VtSteve
I'm sure you read everything regarding the...

I'm sure you read everything regarding the accident, and the outcome of not only the accident, but what came of it.

First, the NJPBC and Dave P worked through the problem with authorities to help...
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