Ever try to get into a slip that is opposite of the side you normally tie up on? For instance, you normally tie up on the stbd side of the boat and you now need to get into a portside tie up.... Here's the problem, the dock you are going to tie up on is on the left.... I would be incredibly difficult to make a sharp enough turn to the left to get to the dock without hitting the other boat in the well you are sharing.
Two ways you can accomplish this safely. #1 would be to simply pass the slip you are trying to get into by about 20 yards and go both engines neutral, then stbd in reverse. This will start pulling on the boat backwards from the stbd corner of the boat, forcing the stern left and the bow right. Eventually you will start to steer into the slip. Use a little finesse with port fwd and you are golden.
The other way would be to simply pass the slip you are trying to get into by about 20 to 50 yards, do a 180 and pull into your port tie up. Always remember that it is easier to let the weight of the boat take you to the dock. If you come in a little hot and your bow is not where you want it, give a little stbd reverse and it will correct it.
If you ever want additional tips in driving your boat, please don't hesitate to contact me at kreid@skipperbuds.com or simply call 414-614-2628
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