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Old 08-14-2017, 09:07 AM   #12
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Originally Posted by SlowGypsy View Post
I would vote for one more line in most of your diagrams.
I am a strong believer in crossed spring lines. (the way you show your stern lines in your diagrams) Crossed springs actually tend to keep the boat off the dock, taking pressure off the fenders.
In scenario C, for example, you have only one line preventing rearward movement of the boat - I prefer two, and crossed springs would solve this. My boat usually has very tight spring lines, and the bow and stern lines are just a little slack.
Well, you did ask for opinions! .........
Slow,

Good points. I'm having a hard time grasping the concept that crossed spring lines keep the boat off the dock, unless you had 4 of them. Two crossed, and a bow and stern line... is this correct, or am I missing something?
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