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You are planning to go boating in cold water conditions. How should you equip your boat in order to be prepared for cold water immersion?
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∙ 7y ago
This depends on the size of your vessel and the waters you are operating. A good starting point is to wear as little or NO cotton clothing as possible. Cotton is an evil thing when you enter the water. Wearing a polypropylene undergarments such as "Under Armor" is safer. You want to preserve body heat and wick the water from your skin. If you have the money to invest in a dry suit or immersion suit, that would be a great option, however they are out of the price range and practicality of the normal so-called "Boater".
Parker Braun
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∙ 6y ago1. Swim very rapidly.
The swimming with promote homeostasis in your body and your body will heat up- a little bit until you die anyways.
2. Look for any debris which can be used as a flotation device.
Unless it's an animal, of course.
3. Try to call for help.
Unless the cold prevents your vocal chords from producing sounds in your trachea, as your body slowly freezes to death.
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What does the nautical term trim mean?
a boating term
Is a 4 blade propeller better than a 3 blade on a boat?
each propeller is good for different things. the 4 bladed propeller will have a higher top speed and slightly lower acceleration. with the 3 bladed prop is just the opposite.Which propeller to choose?3 blade props are the most common, come in the widest variety of styles and sizes and will typically cost less than a comparable 4 blade prop. Switching from a 3 blade propeller to a 4 blade propeller may make sense for you if you are trying to improve your hole shot or low-end torque for pulling wake boarders, skiers or tubes. It might also make sense if you typically run at mid-range RPMs and are looking for improved fuel economy. How Come?Geometry:This refers to the design aspects of a propeller similar to blade shape and size, pitch angles, cupping and rake. 3 blade boat props come in a variety of designs ranging from general purpose styles like the Quicksilver Silverado or Solas Saturn to more specialized designs for heavy boats or extreme speed and performance like the Solas Scorpion. On the other hand, 4 blade props are typically designed to capitalize on hole shot, pulling power and mid-range performance.Blade Prop Area: If you took 2 propellers that are the same design except for the number of blades, the 3 blade prop will typically have larger blades, but the 4 blade prop will have more total blade area. The increased blade area will allow the 4 blade prop to displace more water. It will also have more drag which can contribute to a slightly slower top end speed. The additional drag and displacement means it takes more power to turn a 4 bladed prop. The general rule of thumb is to drop 1" - 2" of pitch if you are moving from a 3 blade prop to a 4 blade propeller, assuming you were at optimum RPMs with the 3 blade prop. The decrease in pitch will increase the RPMs, offsetting any decrease in RPMs that would arise from the 4 blade configuration, allowing you to maintain optimal engine rev.Stern Lift and Ventilation: The design and weight of the motor in the stern causes some boats to squat in the water. A 4 blade prop produces more stern lift which can help these boats run in better trim and attain a plane more quickly. A lot stern lift can cause some boats to ride too high in the stern leading to ventilation issues, where the prop pulls air, thereby decreasing thrust and increasing RPMs. When ventilation occurs, or if a prop is prone to slipping during hard turns, the greater blade surface in contact with the water with a 4 blade prop means that it will often perform better than a 3 blade prop under those conditions.The ultimate decision of whether to go with a 3 blade or 4 blade prop comes down to your boat's performance and what you want to accomplish. Taking all of these factors into consideration will help you in making your decision. Please feel free to contact us if we can assist you with selecting the best prop for your boating style.
You are planning to go boating in cold water conditions How should you equip your boat in order to be prepared for cold water immersion?
This depends on the size of your vessel and the waters you are operating. A good starting point is to wear as little or NO cotton clothing as possible. Cotton is an evil thing when you enter the water. Wearing a polypropylene undergarments such as "Under Armor" is safer. You want to preserve body heat and wick the water from your skin. If you have the money to invest in a dry suit or immersion suit, that would be a great option, however they are out of the price range and practicality of the normal so-called "Boater".
If you have prepared for boating in cold water conditions by wearing layered clothing. If you have fallen overboard. What is the best action to take with respect to your clothing?
take it off
In what conditions do most boating accidents occur?
Clear conditions
What weather condition causes boating accidents?
Stormy conditions.
Under which conditions do boating accidents occur?
Most boating accidents occur when the weather is calm and clear and winds are light. The main cause of boating accidents is human error.
Under which conditions do most boating accidents occur?
during calm, clear weather with light winds
What should you do if caught in severe storm conditions while boating?
put on your life jacket if it's not already
Most boating accidents occur during which weather conditions?
During calm, clear weatherwith light winds
Under what conditions do most boating accidents occur?
Most of them happen on hot days during busy times of the day.
EP-36 Under which conditions do most boating accidents occur?
During calm, clear weather with light winds
What does boating mean?
/first of all its u boat
What should I always take with me when I go boating?
When you go boating, it's best to always remember a life jacket, sunscreen and also some way to contact people like a cell phone or CB. A hat is always good to keep your ears from being burnt. If you are planning on fishing, don't forget your rod!
