On Sun, 25 Jan 2004 14:39:04 GMT, "RG"
wrote:

Hmmm...... I, like you, have had a lot more trouble getting boats to get OFF
of the trailer, than having to worry about them slipping off. Usually, the
ramps that I use have a very gentle slope.

The ramp I had trouble with is one of my least favorite because it has
less slope than most others I use.

However, after reading this, I'll use the more conservative approach of not
disconnecting the winch strap/dog until the rear end is in the water. I
happen to have two "new to me" 16 foot boats. Both have larger and heavier
engines than my prior boat. I have very little ramp experience with them so
far...so I guess prudence is called for.

Thanks for the admission of imperfection.

Yeah, would have been much easier to learn a lesson and keep my mouth
shut, but I'm glad you were able to pick up a tip without having to go
through what I did.

bb