Stand-on and give-way in crossing

[Dave R]

Originally Posted by NH_boater

7 out of 10 may ignore them, but I think that ratio is much smaller. The problem, IMO, is not ignorance but an attitude of self-importance and self-centeredness.

I think the ratio is like 5 out of 100 that don't follow this rule. The majority of boat operators I cross paths with seem to know what to do and do it. I will say though that many slow down to give way because they didn't react early enough. I hate wasting gas like that...

IMO, the problem is so rare now that when it does occur, it really stands out now. 10 years ago, it was quite a bit worse.