Greetings,
Mssrs. C and HC. Thank you so much. That's
sorta what I remember and
might be looking for.
Any additional suggestions or comments from yourselves or other members regarding either system or alternate systems?
My situation is such that the way we are in the slip makes boarding at higher tides an acrobatic maneuver. We can readjust lines during the time we are there BUT upon leaving for extended periods of time I am
always uncomfortable with the way the lines are set. I simply do not have the knowledge or experience (in FL) regarding tidal fluctuations (King tides for example) or appropriate hurricane tie-ups.
I can see advantages in both systems. Slide Moor would allow better boarding at high tide by keeping the boat close to the dock. Unfortunately I do not have the luxury or the option of having either dolphin pole in the proper location (immediately opposite a deck cleat/hawse pipe).
On the other hand, I would feel a bit more comfortable having the boat away from the pilings (Tide Slide) if a 'cane came along. One issue that I see: The boat would have to be re-positioned close to the dock during our visits and upon departure, re-positioned in the center of the slip.
Problem is, once in the center of the slip, how do I get off?