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Any thoughts?

Thanks,,

In addition to what everyone's said.

I like to cleat off a longish line, bring it back to the boat hook, around
all. When you have the eye on the hook, simply pass the line through and
hang onto it. This solves Roger's problem of the slimy rope and also gives a
two to one advantage plus a bonus of friction. Even a 30 footers in wind and
current can create quite a tug and any advantage is good.

BF