Thanks, Jack,

"Jack Dale" wrote in message
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If the aft docking line is positioned properly (after some
experimentation) the boat will sit square to the dock.

Yes, but I was referring to undocking, using the line to turn the stern away
from the dock - then a generously fendered bow is required.

ISPA (International Sail and Power Association) teaches this a s
standard method for all levels. As a crew member goes ashore, there
is only one line with which to deal. Also, if you handing a line to a
person on the dock (not recommended) you can tell them to tie off
opposite the stern.

Yes, but I was referring to single-handing. All of these "power spring"
methods are much more involved if without crew. Some - not all - are still
possible, but require much more organization.

Run a bight around the cleat or the ring back to your deck cleat.
When ready to leave, uncleat and haul in the dock line.

Right, that's what I do too, although to be a purist I don't usually leave
my boat sitting with a bight through a ring or around a cleat or piling,
because of chafe - although at many places it isn't a huge issue. But I
still don't. If I want to use it for undocking, for example, I'll re-rig it
just before departure.

For those with their own docks, consider setting a permanent line of
the proper length with hook that can be attached to the toe rail or
attachment point on the vessel.

Yes.

Thanks again.

Charles

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Charles T. Low
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www.ctlow.ca/Trojan26 - my boat

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