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How do you approach a dock if the wind or current is pushing you away from the dock?
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How do you approach a dock with the wind pushing you away from the dock?
You should approach under power.
You are docking your boat. the current is pushing you toward the dock. what is the best way to dock?
Approach at a narrow angle about 20 degrees
If the wind current is pushing your boat away from the dock as you prepare to dock which line should you secure first?
The bow
How do you approach a dock when the current is pushing you towards the dock?
Use a drift sock. Any sporting goods store sell them in a few different sizes
How do you approach a dock when the current is pushing towards the dock?
Use a drift sock. Any sporting goods store sell them in a few different sizes
If the wind or current is pushing your boat away from the dock as you prepare to dock which line should you secure?
bow line
You are docking your boat The current is pushing you away from the dock Which line should you secure first?
stern line
How do you dock your boat when the current is pushing you towards the dock?
Go parallel with the dock, stop the engine, and let the current drift you to the dock.
How do you dock your boat when the current is pushing you toward the dock?
Go parallel with the dock, stop the engine, and let the current drift you to the dock.
You are docking your boat and the current is pushing you away from the dock which line should you secure first?
Your spring line (forward leading aft). Then your stern line, then the bow line. However it is always recommended if possible to make your approach, bow into the current to give your boat more maneuverability.
What is best way to approach a dock when there is a strong wind or current?
The best way to dock when there is strong wind or current is into the wind or current.
What is the best way to approach a dock when there is a strong wind or current?
The best way to dock when there is strong wind or current is into the wind or current.
