On 13 Oct 2006 07:32:58 -0700, "Chuck Gould"
wrote:

That very experienced guy may find himself stuck in that slip depending
upon winds or currents when he departs. Assuming he has boats, docks,
or floats to either side He's got to get 55 feet out into the fairway
before he can do much except go straight ahead.

No difference there between sail or power. My experience has been
that if you can get in, you can also get out.