Slip Launching Procedure

[djred889]

Re: Slip Launching Procedure

The bottom line is we need to practice leaving our slip without walking the boat out. We need to improve our coordination so the boat doesn't blow everywhere before we are ready to leave. I realize that walking the boat out is easier and I agree with everyone that it is also not safe. When I back the boat into the slip, I use the same technique as parallel parking. I pull up to the slip next to ours so that the swim platform is just on the edge of the pilling for our slip. I use one engine in reverse and one in forward to swing the boat around the piling and then both engines in reverse for a few seconds to pull the boat back into the slip. The steering is centered the whole time. As soon as we get into the slip someone jumps out and holds the boat while we tie off the lines.

 

[smokeonthewater]

Re: Slip Launching Procedure

soooooooo you simply need to reverse your procedure.... instead of walking it out..... hold it until ready to go... then get in and sit down.... then captain can then depart..... you'll be fine

 

[Fireman431]

Re: Slip Launching Procedure

Also, if it's necessary, leave the fenders hanging out until you cleat the dock. That way, if you rub anything leaving...no damage done.

I really don't see the issue with pulling out of a dock. That is by far the simplest thing. I move our 40' boat out in about 4-6 seconds. Bump both engines into forward gear for a few seconds. As the transom passes the end of the dock, whichever way you want to go, pull the opposite engine to neutral for a second then to reverse (you obviously understand the concept) then head off on your merry way.

Perhaps there is something at your slip that we are not picturing. Post a pic of your environment and show us what you're up against. A video of you pulling out from the slip would be even better.

 

[djred889]

Re: Slip Launching Procedure

It's not the slip that's the problem. It's us. We just need practice. We assumed that walking the boat out was normal procedure since others around us are doing it. We have practiced backing the boat into the slip much more then leaving since you can't walk the boat into the slip. Plans this season are to master docking and anchoring!

 

[25thmustang]

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I sometimes have someone walk it out maybe a 5-7 feet or so, but usually just power out. I've learned that docking can be tricky at times but once you feel more comfortable it's actually enjoyable.

 

[E_Man]

Re: Slip Launching Procedure

Hi,

Does anyone have any instructional videos on this besides the limited ones on Youtube? A torrent or rapidshare link perhaps? I would be really interested in this as well. FYI, I have many instructional videos on other topics if you are interested.

Thanks.

 

[NYBo]

Re: Slip Launching Procedure

Run blower(s) for a minute or two.

The rest of your procedure makes sense, but you need to run the blower(s) for at least 4 minutes.