Docking Into The Wind Hack | Dock Like A Pro

In this video we demonstrate how to dock your boat on a windy day, even if you're alone.

Products Shown in Video:

FishBone Fenders

Impact Graphics

Marine Mat

Registration Numbers

Thrust Vector/Lateral Thruster

[nevid]

Docking in windy conditions on a perfect day... nice tips lol

[zlxn]

I've also found it very helpful to stow the bimini before docking if there's a lot of wind. Sometimes it acts as a sail that you have to work against.

[KyleKAP]

If it's blowing hard and you are buy yourself loop the line over the post then bring it back to your cleat, you can retie after you dock.

[ddperks]

I think the only thing you missed was when turning towards the dock to use reverse

[rickurt]

I always teach people: 45 degrees into the dock, tie to the dock from the front, then steering wheel into the dock while putting the boat on reverse. If you have lateral thrusters, mainly use the outboard thrust to avoid too much forward movement.

[scottlazar]

that was so simple and safe. Thanks for this great tip.

[yippikiyay]

You should do this video again when there is actually wind lol

[bigdaddy]

Do not turn off the engine until the boat is secure