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Old 07-23-2009, 05:43 PM   #8
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Originally Posted by sky_nh View Post
As a private pilot for the past 27 years, I have always believed -- and was taught -- "safety first." We have a saying in aviation, "There are old pilots and there are bold pilots, but there are no old bold pilots." Playing it safe, not taking unnecessary risks to oneself and others is part of the flying tradition.

It is discouraging to know that some boaters have just the opposite attitude, and act like irresponsible teenagers and have to test every limit just to be rebellious. I hope that no one gets hurt, including the jackasses that can't or won't grow up.

-- Sky

Can you please tell me how going 37.5 MPH vs 30 MPH (to split the ranges mentioned) constitutes such a grave risk to oneself (and others) that you fell the urgent need to insult a forum member ? Just where is your line between safe and unsafe ?
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