I have a small single engine inboard/outboard cruiser which is normally kept
on a mooring. I have just spent a few days at a berth and would like some
references for articles on berthing under a range of conditions, to improve
my skills and knowledge of the subject.

Any suggestions on the best source of articles etc?

Thanks in advance

http://www.his.com/~vann/KrgStuff/Krognidx.htm

Be patient for the pix to load, then scroll down about 3/4 down the page and
in the FAQ you'll find several good articles about handling single screw
vessels.


"John Smith" wrote in message
...
I have a small single engine inboard/outboard cruiser which is normally
kept
on a mooring. I have just spent a few days at a berth and would like some
references for articles on berthing under a range of conditions, to
improve
my skills and knowledge of the subject.

Any suggestions on the best source of articles etc?

Thanks in advance

http://www.his.com/~vann/KrgStuff/Krognidx.htm

Be patient for the pix to load, then scroll down about 3/4 down the page and
in the FAQ you'll find several good articles about handling single screw
vessels.


"John Smith" wrote in message
...
I have a small single engine inboard/outboard cruiser which is normally
kept
on a mooring. I have just spent a few days at a berth and would like some
references for articles on berthing under a range of conditions, to
improve
my skills and knowledge of the subject.

Any suggestions on the best source of articles etc?

Thanks in advance

On Fri, 02 Jan 2004 09:55:46 GMT, "John Smith"
wrote:

I have a small single engine inboard/outboard cruiser which is normally kept
on a mooring. I have just spent a few days at a berth and would like some
references for articles on berthing under a range of conditions, to improve
my skills and knowledge of the subject.

Any suggestions on the best source of articles etc?

Thanks in advance



So that he does have to "toot his own horn", I would suggest Charles
T. Low.

http://www.boatdocking.com/

Jack

__________________________________________________
Jack Dale
Swiftsure Sailing Academy
Director/ISPA and CYA Instructor
http://www.swiftsuresailing.com
Phone: 1 (877) 470-SAIL (toll free)
__________________________________________________

On Fri, 02 Jan 2004 09:55:46 GMT, "John Smith"
wrote:

I have a small single engine inboard/outboard cruiser which is normally kept
on a mooring. I have just spent a few days at a berth and would like some
references for articles on berthing under a range of conditions, to improve
my skills and knowledge of the subject.

Any suggestions on the best source of articles etc?

Thanks in advance



So that he does have to "toot his own horn", I would suggest Charles
T. Low.

http://www.boatdocking.com/

Jack

__________________________________________________
Jack Dale
Swiftsure Sailing Academy
Director/ISPA and CYA Instructor
http://www.swiftsuresailing.com
Phone: 1 (877) 470-SAIL (toll free)
__________________________________________________

So far, it appears that both responses have provided links to sites that
'seem' to discribe docking procedures for prop and rudder boats.

However the OP has a I/O.. Although I have operated many single and twin
scew vessels over the years, I have only tried my hand and OB or I/O boats
(excluding dingies) a few times and know that the procedure is different
since the prop is on your 'rudder'. Back and fill doesn't really apply with
the I/O or the OB since you can steer your stern while backing.

I have no specific advice to give here except to practice and you will get
the hang of it..

Steve
s/v Good Intentions

So far, it appears that both responses have provided links to sites that
'seem' to discribe docking procedures for prop and rudder boats.

However the OP has a I/O.. Although I have operated many single and twin
scew vessels over the years, I have only tried my hand and OB or I/O boats
(excluding dingies) a few times and know that the procedure is different
since the prop is on your 'rudder'. Back and fill doesn't really apply with
the I/O or the OB since you can steer your stern while backing.

I have no specific advice to give here except to practice and you will get
the hang of it..

Steve
s/v Good Intentions

In article ,
"John Smith" wrote:

I have a small single engine inboard/outboard cruiser which is normally kept
on a mooring. I have just spent a few days at a berth and would like some
references for articles on berthing under a range of conditions, to improve
my skills and knowledge of the subject.

Any suggestions on the best source of articles etc?

Over and above anything you read: practice, practice, practice. Every
boat handles differently and the characteristics will change for various
reasons, including your own increased understanding. Of course, practice
is safest against something that won't break, be broken, or wrap around
the prop. (cushions work well and double as crew overboard drill
targets.) And it's not a one-time thing. After nearly 10 years'
ownership by our boat, I discovered how much better the boat backed in
close quarters with *authoritative* use of the throttle: A two-second
burst gets us moving before we "walk" much, giving positive steerage
(even in the "wrong" direction). Low throttle will walk us in to the
dock against a stiff breeze.

--
Jere Lull
Xan-a-Deux ('73 Tanzer 28 #4 out of Tolchester, MD)
Xan's Pages: http://members.dca.net/jerelull/X-Main.html
Our BVI FAQs (290+ pics) http://homepage.mac.com/jerelull/BVI/

Jere Lull wrote in message ...
In article ,
"John Smith" wrote:

I have a small single engine inboard/outboard cruiser which is normally kept
on a mooring. I have just spent a few days at a berth and would like some
references for articles on berthing under a range of conditions, to improve
my skills and knowledge of the subject.

Any suggestions on the best source of articles etc?

I tried to send this earlier but it did not take so here goes my 2
cents

1-Pratice
2-Understand wind and current and use that
3-Understand which way you can steer in reverse becuase of paddlewheel
effect and use that.
4-Gain confidence and don't get rattled by onlookers
5-Go Slow and if (when) you hit something, there will be no damage
6-Pratice some more
there is a video on single engine I/O doccking that I bought at West
Marine, Maybe it could help

good luck

In article , Richard Malcolm
says...

5-Go Slow and if (when) you hit something, there will be no damage

This is one that I have occasionally had trouble with.

I have a Bayfield 29 - which is a full keel sailboat with a 'barn door' rudder.
I have some maneuvering problems, and the trouble is that speed is sometimes a
problem. If I go slowly enough to not cause damage, then I barely have
steerage.

Then once I am clear my slip, I can (usually) turn hard, gun the engine and
swing the bow around with authority. Unless the wind is from the wrong
direction, then it counteracts my swing, and I am now moving TOO quickly towards
the dock and my neighbour!

grump - darn laws of physics!
sdg B29 "Discovery"