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More on berthing-single screw and twins
Thanks, Jack,
"Jack Dale" wrote in message ... 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 ==== Charles T. Low - remove "UN" www.boatdocking.com www.ctlow.ca/Trojan26 - my boat ==== |