Where is the best place to install a radar reflector?
It should be installed in an area where it is a minimum 4m (13.1 ft) above the waterline and higher than all the surrounding superstructures to insure that you’ll be seen on the radar screen of large ships and fishing boats. Height is also very important.
What type of fire extinguisher is required for a motorized pleasure craft?
Pleasure craft may be required by the Small Vessel Regulations to carry a 5B:C or a 10B:C fire extinguisher, depending upon the type and length of the boat, and the equipment on board. PWCs must have one 5B:C fire extinguisher on board unless everyone on board is wearing a lifejacket or PFD.
What is the minimum anchor rode?
Anchors Should Have: As a general rule of thumb, your rode should be 7 to 10 times the depth of the water in which you will anchor. You will need more rode in bad weather or rough water. Anchors can be of assistance in emergency situations—especially in case of engine failure in rough waters or currents.
How much anchor line should you use if the water is 20 feet deep?
Here, the depth of water = 20 feet. So, the anchor line should be 5 × 20 to 7 × 20 feet, i.e., 100 to 140 feet. Thus, the anchor line should be 100 to 140 feet.
What size anchor do I need for a 25 foot boat?
For the same wind speed a holding power of 125 pounds is adequate for a 25′ boat. This is why anchors that rely strictly on their weight—such as a space-saving, plastic coated 10-pound mushroom anchor—are only capable of generating more than twice their weight in holding power.
What size anchor do I need for a 20 foot pontoon boat?
The Weight
| Pontoon Boat Length | Anchor Weight |
|---|---|
| 20 feet or less | 12 – 15lbs |
| 20 – 30 feet | 20 – 30lbs |
How heavy is a 21 foot boat?
How much does a 21 ft boat weigh? Depending on the boat type, between 2,227 lbs. and 3,344 lbs., without a trailer. Answering this question accurately can be challenging because there are many building materials, boat types, and manufacturers.