Docking in windy marinas can be stressfulāespecially when the wind pushes your bow away and the Marineros are shouting unclear instructions. But thereās a simple trick to make docking a breeze: the windward stern line.
In this video, Iāll show you how to:
ā Use the windward line to stabilize your boat in strong crosswinds.
ā Turn your helm to leeward to position your stern perfectly.
ā Keep the bow in placeāeven in challenging docks with 25+ knots of wind.
This method works like magic in Mediterranean moorings (and even the BVI), making docking safer and stress-free. Trust me, Iāve tried it in some sketchy conditions, and it works every time!
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