Rich, I agree the heads-down syndrome is not good, especially where we boat. At times there can be at least three dozen blow botes fluttering around like butterflies and literally going in circles in their regular races off Bayfield, WI. But we typically run with our radar on all the time. First, it is helpful to glance at it when something is out there to see how the target appears on the screen. That can vary radically from a small craft ahead to a large ship approaching. When we do need the radar in fog or at night, knowing how targets appear then is most helpful. We also use our radar routinely for ranging. Remember the acronym RADAR stands for radio detection and ranging. It is useful to know how far away yonder island or sailboat is. Our radar is also useful for tracking thunderstorms in the neighborhood. So, we don't spend all day staring at the screen. But it is helpful to glance at during routine operation. Moreover, I OFTEN will spot another vessel, particularly abaft, on my radar screen before I ever notice it visually. David Sorenson Duluth, MN