I only use the strobe if a ship is bearing down on me and they do not answer the VHF after many attempts.

I just want to talk to the bridge and advise them of my evasive action.

I do not want them to wake up an see me and change course and run into me.

 

If all else fails I have once used a white hand held collision flare. (it’s a long story).

That flare is incredibly bright.

Fair Winds

Eric

Kimberlite Amel Super Maramu #376

 

 

From: amelyachtowners@... [mailto:amelyachtowners@...]
Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2016 9:50 PM
To: amelyachtowners@...
Subject: [Amel Yacht Owners] Re: Masthead Tri/Anchor Combination Light

 

 

Installed the Aqua Signal Series 34 LED Masthead Tri/Anchor Light today. Quite bright too and with a 2 year guarantee (whatever that is tsk tsk) . Surprise!!! it is NOT made in China, manufactured by Aqua Signal Teterow GmbH & Co, Germany. Eric, yes I am sure there was a strobe option. I don't like them, I find the flashing annoying.

 

Kind Regards

Barry & Robyn,

Tradewinds III SM 171