What is the difference between a USCG inspected vs an un inspected vessel?
A. An inspected vessel requires the manufacture to follow specific building specifications and has nothing to do with the operation. The USCG overseas the construction of the boat until completed. In some cases a stability test is performed to determine the number of passengers the vessel can carry. (Note: 90% of all reputable boat manufacturers build boats that would probably meet with USCG specifications). However, there are no USCG requirements for any parasail vessel with regard to the parasailing equipment on board. My comment; This is all true, what I believe to be the real difference between an inspected vessel and an un-inspected vessel is the vessels’ intended use. My vessel “Smile High”, is an un-inspected vessel built by Commercial Water Sports (CWS). I use this boat and it’s equipment because I believe it to be the best made and the safest parasailing equipment on the planet. CWS also has fantastic support for their equipment and are constantly seeking to improve the parasa
