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Handbook of Missouri Boating Laws and Responsibilities Missouri State Water Patrol

Boating Basics: Specifically for PWCs

Reboarding a Capsized PWC

After a fall, the PWC could be overturned completely. You should be familiar with the proper procedure to right the PWC and to reboard from the rear of the craft.

  • Most manufacturers have placed a decal at the rear or bottom of the craft that indicates the direction to roll your PWC to return it to an upright position. If no decal exists, check your owner's manual or ask the dealer. If you roll it over the wrong way, you could damage your PWC.

Rear of PWC with decal showing direction to roll PWC to upright position

  • Practice reboarding with someone else around to make sure you can handle it alone. Don't ride your PWC if you are very tired because reboarding would be difficult.Also, avoid riding where there are strong currents or winds, which could hamper your reboarding efforts.
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