Jonathan, I would never advocate for non-standard lights. I fully agree that the rules are there, so that we can identify other vessels quickly and without mistake.
And yes, sorry, I was trying to be pedantic. Marek From: Indigo via CnC-List Sent: Monday, September 12, 2016 13:45 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Indigo Subject: Re: Stus-List Electrical Question Marek To be pedantic - you are correct for boats up to 12 meters (40ft approx) (combined all round white is acceptable - but has to be 1 meter above the side lights) but the regs require separate steaming / masthead and stern lights above that size unless the boat is greater than 20 meters when two masthead lights are required. (I do wonder how large, single masted sail boats comply?) I agree that being visible to other boats is important - but no where near as important as keeping ones own lookout (Navigation Rule #1) (Can single-handed long distance boaters really comply?)) and being able to quickly identify the type and heading of nearby vessels. For this we need other vessels to display the correct lights. Think of the danger that would arise if a tug boat captain decided to put an all round white on his towed barge - just to make it more visible. -- Jonathan Indigo C&C 35III SOUTHPORT CT
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