MCA Editorial·July 2026
The tow boat is the loudest, fastest and most visible thing on the water — everything you do is being watched.
Courtesy isn't just about rules. It's about being the kind of boat other people are glad to share the water with.
Courtesy isn't just about rules.
Wake Awareness
A wake that's fun for a wakeboarder is a nightmare for a fisherman's morning coffee. Slow down through anchorages.
Distance from Others
The 30-metre rule is a legal minimum, not a target. Give paddlers, anglers and swimmers real space.
Noise
Music travels across water. What sounds moderate on the boat is loud two hundred metres away.
Things to Think About
- Would you enjoy a boat like yours running past your fishing spot?
- Do you slow to displacement speed through anchorages?
- Have you ever asked yourself what your wake looked like from the shore?
Key Takeaways
- Your wake is your signature.
- Legal distances are minimums, not targets.
- Sound travels further than you think.