Maneuvering Techniques - CORRECT CRAFT super air 230 2018 Owner's Manual

Section 6

Maneuvering Techniques

Steering response depends on three factors: rudder position,
motion and throttle.
Maneuvering in congested areas and advanced courses requires
mastering and good "Rules of the Road" ethics. Your Nautique boat
is designed to be responsive and agile enough to meet the
challenge of these conditions.
Learning to maneuver a boat safely takes practice. A boat will
respond differently at lower speeds than it will at higher speeds.
Learn these maneuvering techniques in an open water area before
attempting maneuvers near docks and other objects.
When making tight maneuvers, it is important to understand the
effects of turning. Since both thrust and steering are at the stern of
the boat, the stern will push away from the direction of the turn.
The bow follows a smaller turning circle than the stern.
objects in the boat to be thrown about resulting in death
or serious injury. DO NOT make quick or high-speed
maneuvers when you or your passengers are not
prepared.
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Maneuvering
Quick maneuvers can cause people and
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