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Old 08-07-2017, 11:30 AM   #19
cool beans
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City: Norfolk, VA
Vessel Model: Bayliner 3870
Join Date: Jul 2015
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So far so good! But I have twin engines now and I almost feel like I'm cheating

Tip I got from a dock neighbor is if you are backing down slowly, try to make sure it is into the wind or current so you have a little more control.

Tip from me is don't be afraid to nudge pilings. That's what rub rails are for

And the others posting above about not doing it if you don't think you can...have a back up plan, or back up slip to temporarily tie up to. To me at least, it is kind of crazy to get into and out of my slip. I always have a couple empty slips in mind that would be easy to get to in case the weather is crappy. i can always move it later that afternoon or the next day.
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