Approach at a narrow angle about 20 degrees
Go parallel with the dock, stop the engine, and let the current drift you to the dock.
You should approach under power.
Use a drift sock. Any sporting goods store sell them in a few different sizes
Use a drift sock. Any sporting goods store sell them in a few different sizes
To leave the dock with the current pushing against you, first assess the current's strength and direction. Start by using your engine to create thrust away from the dock while simultaneously steering the boat at an angle toward the current, allowing it to push you off the dock. If possible, use fenders to protect the boat from the dock as you maneuver. Once free, steer into the current to gain control and head in your desired direction.
Go parallel with the dock, stop the engine, and let the current drift you to the dock.
If the wind is light, try to just pull parallel a few feet from the dock and let the wind take you in. In heavier winds, come in with your bow first using reverse to slow down. Once you have secured the bow, use reverse or the wind to bring in the stern.
If the wind is light, try to just pull parallel a few feet from the dock and let the wind take you in. In heavier winds, come in with your bow first using reverse to slow down. Once you have secured the bow, use reverse or the wind to bring in the stern.
The best way to dock when there is strong wind or current is into the wind or current.
The best way to dock when there is strong wind or current is into the wind or current.
into the wind or dock