The 1/3 Fuel Reserve Safety Rule
Always plan 33% of your fuel tank capacity for the trip out, 33% for the trip home, and 34% reserve for unexpected wind and heavy sea currents.
Calculate GPH fuel burn rates and apply the 1/3-out, 1/3-back, 1/3-reserve rule.
Always plan 33% of your fuel tank capacity for the trip out, 33% for the trip home, and 34% reserve for unexpected wind and heavy sea currents.