Description

EJU40652

Watercraft glossary

Trolling speed

“Trolling” is the lowest maneuvering speed. You are applying little or no throttle. The watercraft is down in the water, and there is no wake.

Sub-planing speed

“Sub-planing” is a medium speed. The bow of the watercraft is slightly up from the water sur- face, but you are still traveling through the water. There is a wake.

Planing speed

“Planing” is a faster speed. The watercraft is more level and is skimming on top of the water. There is a wake.

Bow

The front end of the watercraft.

Stern

The rear end of the watercraft.

Starboard

The right side of the watercraft when facing forward.

Port

The left side of the watercraft when facing forward.

Bilge water

Water that has collected in the engine compartment.

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