Registration for a race boat

[Big Time]

Who does it? I see some of the smaller boats with registration #'s on them, but most of the teams I see don't have them. How do you get pratice time in without getting hassled for registration.

[MOBILEMERCMAN]

I guess every state is different . In MD we used to call DNR and let them know where and what our plan was.

[SVL66]

In Jersey, we contact marine police and obtain a permit to test.

[Davidmnc]

Would it not be easier to just register the boat in your home state? Why would you NOT register it?

[SVL66]

I have heard some people dont register to avoid paying sales tax. Others just dont need to if they are just using it as a race boat

[Big Time]

In Jersey, we contact marine police and obtain a permit to test.

What is required to obtain a permit? Don't they question that? HOw long does a permit last?

With all the noise regulations, speed limits, rules and regulations (and sailboaters) on the water today, I would imagine there would be plenty of people to complain about a race boat being out there.

[Big Time]

Also, when you go out to practice (let say you just have a permit), can you still be stopped by the Coast Gaurd for a safety check...meaning you need to have Coast Gaurd approved life jackets onboard (not Lifeline), an anchor, flares, horn, etc.?

[SVL66]

What is required to obtain a permit? Don't they question that? HOw long does a permit last?

With all the noise regulations, speed limits, rules and regulations (and sailboaters) on the water today, I would imagine there would be plenty of people to complain about a race boat being out there.

just go down to local marine HQ, and obtain a permit. they ask you where you will be and for how long. its usually only good for the day.

I dont think they would issue you a permit on the weekend. I could be wrong.

[SVL66]

Also, when you go out to practice (let say you just have a permit), can you still be stopped by the Coast Gaurd for a safety check...meaning you need to have Coast Gaurd approved life jackets onboard (not Lifeline), an anchor, flares, horn, etc.?

Not 100% sure, but im sure they would be flexible knowing you obtained a permit, and you have the bare essentials.

[Whoz Your Daddy]

we have ours regestered here in NJ. 1 less thing to worry about if you take it out testing.

[Big Time]

Does anyone insure their boats? I figure you won't get a company to cover you in an actaul race, but what about for when it is not racing?

[SVL66]

Does anyone insure their boats? I figure you won't get a company to cover you in an actaul race, but what about for when it is not racing?

Yes, you can insure it, while its not on the race course. I may be mistaken, if you are just out for a weekend joy ride, you are covered as well.

[JPD MOTORSPORTS]

Wake zone insurance posted abou an insurance for the race boats.

[MANITIE]

Also, when you go out to practice (let say you just have a permit), can you still be stopped by the Coast Gaurd for a safety check...meaning you need to have Coast Gaurd approved life jackets onboard (not Lifeline), an anchor, flares, horn, etc.?

Even with a permit you can still be stopped and you still have to have all safety equipment onboard at all times...

[Whoz Your Daddy]

Even with a permit you can still be stopped and you still have to have all safety equipment onboard at all times...

Ask anthony LOL

[jhenrie]

First thing these marine police want to see is the flame arrestor !! They know your race boat may not have a cg approved one. From my jersey skiff days trying to avoid tickets

[phragle]

AS far as the CG regs, I dont know about the other orgs, but the OPA annual inpection includes all of the CG basics with the exception of the lifeline vests, throwable floatation and lights. We also advise teams that during saturday testing it is rules of the road, the CG may pull you over and check you

[Big Time]

We also advise teams that during saturday testing it is rules of the road, the CG may pull you over and check you

Interesting....this reminds me of some of the incidents from the past Worlds where there were some boats that went over from (supposedly) avoiding traffic while practicing.