Flood lights

[SkaterRace]

I find myself going out for a morning ride quite often and am looking to get some flood lights to light the way on the way out. My boat is a 15.25 ft closed bow with railings on the bow. I am hoping to keep the cost somewhat reasonable (ie under $75-100 per light) and get 2 lights. I won't be going up at cruising speed for safety but would like to be able to see farther out since I have came across 2 logs this year already. Thankfully no damage other than a scrape or two. :facepalm:

 

[oldjeep]

It would be illegal to have them on when moving

 

[roffey]

it has been my experience that light on a boat to light up the water just do not work. The light bounces and makes it almost impossible to see anything in or on the water.

Maybe I'm doing it wrong.

 

[SkaterRace]

it has been my experience that light on a boat to light up the water just do not work. The light bounces and makes it almost impossible to see anything in or on the water.

Maybe I'm doing it wrong.

I have seen a few bass boats have them which is what made me think of it.

 

[roffey]

I tend to stay off the water once the sun goes down... my Dad would put a lantern on the end of the dock when I was out and about on the lake.

 

[poconojoe]

Check the laws in your area. As oldjeep said, it is most likely illegal. It definitely is where I am in Pennsylvania. It is only permissible when docking.

 

[JoLin]

Check the laws in your area. As oldjeep said, it is most likely illegal. It definitely is where I am in Pennsylvania. It is only permissible when docking.

Yup. Running lights only when underway.

 

[Sprig]

The only time flood lights are beneficial is in narrow channels or when docking. In open water they are pretty much useless.