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ChumpChange
05-19-2014, 10:00 AM
So MtmE's picture got me thinking. I would usually back my boat in to docks in order to make sure the bow didn't rub as well as have eaier access to cleats for tie off. How do you dock?

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ChumpChange
05-19-2014, 10:02 AM
http://www.hotboat.com/frm/attachment.php?attachmentid=40699&d=1400518055

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28eliminator
05-19-2014, 10:29 AM
Like this

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314joey
05-19-2014, 10:48 AM
We always "back in", the boat ties up better.
HB Vic
05-19-2014, 11:32 AM
Bang em if you have to :D


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Paul65K
05-19-2014, 11:35 AM
On the Schiada I made up a line that is approx 25' long with a snap hook in the middle. I hook this to the bow eye and stretch it equally between the cleats on both sides of a slip (assuming a single slip) and then single lines on each side at the rear cleats of the boat and dock. This method keep the boat completely "Sprung" and even though I still put out bumpers the seldom if ever touch the dock.

With the pontoon I just tie off the 4 cleats and hang the bumpers.....but then again it's only a pontoon so who really cares.......that's the beauty of driving one of those sleds :D
havaduner
05-19-2014, 11:40 AM
Like this

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Hey... You're in my spot. LOL


I back in,, two reasons, it seems to tie up better, and if some one is going to hit the boat, I'd rather them hit the bow, then run into and over the drive.
28eliminator
05-19-2014, 11:47 AM
Hey... You're in my spot. LOL


I back in,, two reasons, it seems to tie up better, and if some one is going to hit the boat, I'd rather them hit the bow, then run into and over the drive.

I was just borrowing it :P
314joey
05-19-2014, 11:47 AM
I also like showing off how good I can back the boat up and park it..................lol
2manymustangs
05-19-2014, 12:14 PM
This one was a real bitch, even with the bow thruster... 52'

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78Southwind
05-19-2014, 12:22 PM
With ramming speed...

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2manymustangs
05-19-2014, 12:29 PM
With ramming speed...



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Eli
05-19-2014, 12:47 PM
Bang em if you have to :D


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That sounds like instructions for a different thread. :yikes:


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Singleton
05-19-2014, 12:57 PM
Back in.

Been boating for over 20 years and was a pro until I started boating again in Havasu 10 year ago. Used to beaching the boat that I am still relearning how to back into docs a Topock.
McRib
05-19-2014, 01:08 PM
It's all about the length of the boat vs the length of the dock. Most guys 25 and over should be backing in IMO. It allows better access from cockpit to the dock. 24 ft and under like my 23 footer usually fit well bow in first without hitting the center while using the cleats. The only places I usually have to back into are the springs and the blue water. Their docks are short imo.
2manymustangs
05-19-2014, 01:09 PM
Bang em if you have em :D


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That sounds like instructions for a different thread. :yikes:


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Ziggy
05-19-2014, 01:15 PM
I've always pulled straight in. Never liked how any of my boats tied up bit somehow just muddle through the process.
I used to tied the front cleats straight across to each side of the dock to center the boat and then tie each rear cleat to each side. But usually this made the boat stick way out in the rear.
I might have to give the back in method some practice time soon.

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78Southwind
05-19-2014, 01:53 PM
Cleats...what are those?:happy:
Ziggy
05-19-2014, 02:13 PM
Cleats...what are those?:happy:

Athletes wear them for traction :D:D
78Southwind
05-19-2014, 02:23 PM
Athletes wear them for traction :D:D


I thought that's what you meant.
niceguyeddie
05-19-2014, 02:43 PM
Depends on the dock.
niceguyeddie
05-19-2014, 02:44 PM
http://www.hotboat.com/frm/attachment.php?attachmentid=40699&d=1400518055

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Is that Music to my ears? I saw that at The Turtle yesterday.
ChumpChange
05-19-2014, 03:16 PM
Is that Music to my ears? I saw that at The Turtle yesterday.

It's this guy:

http://www.hotboat.com/frm/showthread.php?t=5644
kevnmcd
05-20-2014, 06:21 AM
Is that Music to my ears? I saw that at The Turtle yesterday.

Yes it is and he was at the Turtle Sunday afternoon so you probably did see him there.
Music to my Ears
05-20-2014, 07:04 AM
So MtmE's picture got me thinking. I would usually back my boat in to docks in order to make sure the bow didn't rub as well as have eaier access to cleats for tie off. How do you dock?

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Valid question and if I weren't so lazy yesterday, I would have. That area has a bit of a current at times and I was a bit uncomfortable in backing in. Once we got into the slip, there was no crosswind so the boat sat fairly still and there was little torque over the windshield. It looks like I'm hitting up front but I was able to tie it off tight enough for it not to hit. As I said right off, I probably should have backed in - or better yet, they need to add 4 more feet to the docks up there!:wink:
Music to my Ears
05-20-2014, 07:05 AM
Is that Music to my ears? I saw that at The Turtle yesterday.

I didn't realize you were there. You should have come over!
B&D Marine
05-20-2014, 01:33 PM
I always back in whether single or twins. With the prop(s) pulling the boat from the now "front" you have more precise control and quicker response. Once you figure it out, you'll never head in again. An added plus on a little longer boat is easier loading/unloading.
Topock has a weird current. The only place I really have to work at it to not tap the dock.

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ColeBoater
05-20-2014, 02:27 PM
On the Schiada I made up a line that is approx 25' long with a snap hook in the middle. I hook this to the bow eye and stretch it equally between the cleats on both sides of a slip (assuming a single slip) and then single lines on each side at the rear cleats of the boat and dock. This method keep the boat completely "Sprung" and even though I still put out bumpers the seldom if ever touch the dock.

With the pontoon I just tie off the 4 cleats and hang the bumpers.....but then again it's only a pontoon so who really cares.......that's the beauty of driving one of those sleds :D

I tie off the exact same way as you do, in the Schiada.
Ziggy
05-20-2014, 02:30 PM
I always back in whether single or twins. With the prop(s) pulling the boat from the now "front" you have more precise control and quicker response. Once you figure it out, you'll never head in again. An added plus on a little longer boat is easier loading/unloading.
Topock has a weird current. The only place I really have to work at it to not tap the dock.

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The Red and white boat to your right looks rather familiar . :D:D:D
B&D Marine
05-20-2014, 02:41 PM
The Red and white boat to your right looks rather familiar . :D:D:D

Is that your boat?? Very nice! Say hi next time. :D
Ziggy
05-20-2014, 02:51 PM
Is that your boat?? Very nice! Say hi next time. :D

Not mine....I still struggle the the pronunciation of the brand. Looks like some website owners' boat.:)
B&D Marine
05-20-2014, 03:06 PM
Not mine....I still struggle the the pronunciation of the brand. Looks like some website owners' boat.:)

Gotcha. Not his. I see a trans cover and what looks like a drive line cover so I'm pretty sure it's a v-drive.
Menace Marine
05-20-2014, 06:04 PM
I always back in whether single or twins. With the prop(s) pulling the boat from the now "front" you have more precise control and quicker response. Once you figure it out, you'll never head in again. An added plus on a little longer boat is easier loading/unloading.
Topock has a weird current. The only place I really have to work at it to not tap the dock.

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The current there sucks. I love the place but parking will make a pro look like a rookie. Twins help a lot but it can still be a challenge.


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