No Wake Speed, Explained

What does “no wake” speed in a boat mean, exactly? Boaters are often confused as to how fast they should (or shouldn’t) go in “no wake” zones… what does no wake really mean, and what should boaters do to abide by these zones in a waterbody?

Our answer when it comes to “no wake” is this: No wake speed is the speed at which you are still making forward momentum with your boat, but not making a wake (wave).  We’ve put together a quick boating how-to video to explain more.

 

No wake zones are important to boaters and waterways for a variety of reasons… to protect boats (and boaters) in mooring fields or marinas, to protect waterfront properties in general, or because an area is typically congested, narrow, or has limited sight and slower speeds.  In any of these scenarios, slower boat speeds that do not create a wake make for safer passage,  Trust us when we say… don’t be that “guy” or “gal” that creates a wake for others to navigate in these areas – it’s simply bad boater etiquette.

Want to learn more about boating?

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