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Subject: Re: TWL: Bringing a single engine boat onto a side tie - practice routine for novices
From: lynn love (love@XXX.XXX)
Date: Sun Dec 02 2001 - 09:12:25 EST
Nelson Hicks wrote:
> Peter's description of the proper technique is excellent. However, my
> assigned slip is a port side tie and we are subject to strong tidal currents
> in the Ashley River. single screw with a left hand prop.
> I have a bow thruster which is a great assist but we are trying to learn to
> dock the boat without necessarily relying too much on the thruster. . Any
> further
> comments regarding the port side tie and handling the currents would be
> appreciated.
>
I also agree about Peter's method of docking is interesting. I also have a left
hand prop which backs to starboard. I however, often dock port side to , so I
can use the starboard pull to back away. I was taught or told (old tug
operators) to always back
away from a dock. Noting all situations vary with wind and current etc. what
are other observations and techniques used?
Lynn Love
34' Marine Trader
"Love Affair"
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