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Van · 09-16-2002, 03:02 PM

I've probably towed only a handful of boats over lots of years of boating.

But I can see why some people won't stop to help.

I was coming in to the ramp one nice summer day and got flagged down by a stranded boater. Most others just passed him by.
He said his engine just died. I asked a couple of times if he had fuel and maybe a reserve fuel switch. He stated he had plenty of fuel, the motor just died. he had no anchor to keep his position (DUH) so I did tie him up and towed him to his marina.
Just as I approached the entrance, he called to me to just drop him at the fuel dock!!!! I was pissed.

I'll go to them if they wave me down, but if its not an emergency, I doubt that I would tow anyone else in (unless I know them or they are a boater in this site...LOL). there is also a liability issue someone mentioned. nothing like getting screwed for being a good samaritan!!!!

I'd be glad to call sea tow for them, if they don't have a radio.

09-16-2002, 03:02 PM	#8
Van zoom iTrader: (0) Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Quincy Posts: 4,145	I've probably towed only a handful of boats over lots of years of boating. But I can see why some people won't stop to help. I was coming in to the ramp one nice summer day and got flagged down by a stranded boater. Most others just passed him by. He said his engine just died. I asked a couple of times if he had fuel and maybe a reserve fuel switch. He stated he had plenty of fuel, the motor just died. he had no anchor to keep his position (DUH) so I did tie him up and towed him to his marina. Just as I approached the entrance, he called to me to just drop him at the fuel dock!!!! I was pissed. I'll go to them if they wave me down, but if its not an emergency, I doubt that I would tow anyone else in (unless I know them or they are a boater in this site...LOL). there is also a liability issue someone mentioned. nothing like getting screwed for being a good samaritan!!!! I'd be glad to call sea tow for them, if they don't have a radio.
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