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Originally Posted by SAMIAM
Very true that that catch a lot of wind compared to single hull boats but I found it's just a matter of learning through trial and error. You have to plan for the wind just as you do for the tide. If docking with the wind I just apply throttle to keep me straight and let the wind push me in. Against the wind I drive in at 45 degree angle, secure a bow line and then reverse into the dock. Also keep a boat hook and bumpers close by just in case.
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Hardest place for me is coming out of Melvin Village Marina in wind and, since it's usually the first cruise of the year, I'm rusty. A couple weeks back was ROUGH--I was practically being blown sideways back towards the loading ramp.
That being said, practice is all it takes. (And keeping the bimini/kite down in high wind!)
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