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Old 05-28-2019, 12:19 PM   #25
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Originally Posted by Andromeda321 View Post
Other than that the hardest part about boating is the docking part itself, especially when it's windy. First practice with no wind.
Quite true ! and as was said before, do not approach anything (a dock) at a speed greater than what you wish to HIT it.


Clearly if you have a private dock - this is the ideal spot to practice in varying conditions. But should you be in a Marina and not wish to be a spectacle nor have 5 other "dock Captains" giving you conflicting advice while your embarrassed to hell …………. I use to take my grand daughter (14 yr/old) over to Center Harbor public docks - mid week - to practice. Another spot is Weirs Public dock...…. but they are essentially "straight In" approach whereas Center Harbor gives you some variety.



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