Docking From 6′ Out
Have you ever pulled off the perfect parallel docking at a long gas dock, but 6 feet out with no one in sight to throw a dock line to? Tom […]
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Boating 101
Docking a Mid-cabin Cruiser
Since the mid 1980’s, mid-cabin cruisers have become the most popular style of cruiser for families, giving them two distinctive sleeping areas—mid-cabin and v-berth. Most boaters don’t realize though, that
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Keep Her Moving
“Don’t approach your dock any faster than you are prepared to hit it.” I read this advice several times the other day, when checking some internet boating forums. This really
Lassoing the Dock Cleat
Your First Mate doesn’t have to be a Cowgirl lassoing the dock cleat from the bow of the boat. Put away the lasso and use a FLIPP Line. Easy and
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Make Shift Chart Table
Pam and her husband enjoy boating often in their mini cruiser on Ontario waterways, putting hundreds of hours of running time on their boat. They like to use their paper
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What is Bob Doing?
Do you know what Bob is doing on his boat? Why is he doing it? If you know, please leave your comments below.
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Toe the Line
What does “Toe the line” (not tow the line) mean and what was it’s nautical origin? According to the US Navy, the space between each pair of deck planks in
Smoking Lamp
What is a “smoking lamp”, what is it’s nautical origin, and how does it tie in with everyday living for some people today? Naval History says the exact date and
Don’t Be a “Butt Dragger”
Boats are not like cars, but we still see boaters pull out from long docks, like they were pulling out of a parallel parking spot on a street. Cars steer
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Port and Starboard
What does Port and Starboard refer to, and more importantly, what was the nautical origin? Ron and Greg, you are right. The explanation we found: Port and starboard are the
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The Bow Can Be Dangerous
Thanks to Lee for her very interesting docking experience. We have changed her name and her husband’s name for this story, as they didn’t want to be identified. Her story
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Keelhaul
What does the nautical term “Keelhaul” mean and what is it’s origin? Dennis, Jeff and Anthony are all dead on–so to speak. According to the navy, a naval punishment on
