I thought it was the USS O Kane at initial glance but it is actually the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ship ATAGO. A missile guided destroyer that is based from where I am at. The sail boat definitely wins since the destroyer is anchored.

I've visited Vancouver on 3 different occassions and we normally anchor out near the convention center or moor pier side. It was always a treat to visit the area except for the cold weather.

The Canadians have bombed the Baldwins!

but yeah, it's this guy: Atago (DDG-177) | Flickr - Photo Sharing!

My reputation is still safe!

Originally Posted by Carolina Photo Guy

I have a reputation to uphold, so I'll be circumspect on this one. My research indicates the US is not in this tussle.

This one seems to be between Canada and the Japanese.

I could be wrong, but I don't think so.

I am ever the egotistical SOB!

You are right it is a Japanese ship Pete man you know your stuff buddy

Thank God your right Pete - I would hate to think we would have to repeat 1812

Originally Posted by jdeg

but yeah, it's this guy: Atago (DDG-177) | Flickr - Photo Sharing!

Yup! That's the one. Good ole Yokosuka, Japan.

You're the man Pete! However, the JMSDF do leave their territorial water since they pay close attention to NK and CH. Of course this is what tweety bird told me.

Great fun folks - I love it. Thanks everyone for all the information - and Pete hey "Dude" like I said ya "know your stuff"

I may be wrong but I remember reading ( Yes Pete, I can read ) that the "Sailing" craft always has the right of way over the powered craft.
Can any of you Sailors out there confirm that?

Originally Posted by Mike150

I may be wrong but I remember reading ( Yes Pete, I can read ) that the "Sailing" craft always has the right of way over the powered craft.
Can any of you Sailors out there confirm that?

The comic book that you "read" about sailing and power craft is correct. Powered yields the right of way to a sailing craft.

I am NOT a sailor but I have stayed at a Holiday Inn before!