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Old 02-11-2013, 10:14 PM   #6
Giggitoni
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City: Vallejo, California
Vessel Name: Mahalo Moi
Vessel Model: 1986 Grand Banks 42 Classic
Join Date: Jun 2008
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We have our radar on even during clear days. Two reasons which come to mind are:

1. Able to track other vessels (tankers, container ships, ferries, etc) as "targets" to calculate intersect and crossing points, and
2. We can see what's approaching from behind as our rear visibility isn't as good as a raised pilot-house boat.

I'm sure others will add to the list.
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