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Boat Docking (Close Quarters Maneuvering for Small Craft) (Paperback)

by Charles T. Low (Author) "Boat docking is difficult..." (more)
Key Phrases: making sternway, docking examples, asymmetrical thrust (more...)

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"Any boater - well, almost any - can handle his boat reasonably well in open waters. The real crunch comes when he or she has to bring the craft into a pier or wharf. Boat Docking may be a small volume, but it contains a wealth of information on docking and undocking a boat.

"Detailed procedures covering a wide variety of situations are followed by a thorough explanation of the forces and effects of wind, current, and propeller action - even experienced skippers can learn from this book." (Elbert S. "Mack" Maloney, USMC, Col. (Ret.), editor and author of Chapman Piloting) -- Elbert S. "Mack" Maloney, USMC, Col. (Ret.), editor and author

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Boat Docking (Close Quarters Maneuvering for Small Craft) is a book about how to dock a boat!

It contains many concrete examples of boat docking, from the elementary to the advanced, and also has chapters discussing the theory of close quarters maneuvering. The book is comprehensive, yet achieves its depth using language and tone which are accessible and minimally technical.

Although Boat Docking can be read through from start to finish, each of its various sections also stands alone, so items of interest may be referred to individually.

Boat Docking contains an "Overview" section, followed by a chapter describing every basic docking example imaginable, and most of the esoteric ones. Other chapters explain the interactions of the hull with water and air, how a boat steers (it's not completely straightforward!), how to use lines and fenders (there is more to good line work than one would think), and then there is a short section on the psychology and sociology of docking. Don't worry, it's fun to read! The conclusion draws an intriguing parallel between boat docking and affairs of the heart, using an extended metaphor on "close quarters maneuvering"!

If there's anything important to say about close quarters maneuvering, you'll find it in Boat Docking.

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Paperback: 90 pages
Publisher: Harvey Island Enterprises (September 9, 1997)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0968232701
ISBN-13: 978-0968232705
Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6.9 x 0.4 inches
Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #26,261 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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making sternway, docking examples, asymmetrical thrust, close quarters maneuvering, boat docking, stern swings, propeller thrust, bow spring, many boaters, going astern, quarter spring, neutral gear, reverse gear, spring lines

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3.0 out of 5 stars Too much extra stuff, not enough docking, July 17, 1999

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Bought the book to get detailed help docking my sailboat in challenging wind/current/space situations. I was especially interested in clever ways to 'warp' in under power with spring lines etc. The book was a disapointment: lots of stuff about coming _alongside_ a dock -- a very rare thing in my experience with crowded, finger-piered marinas. Very little about pilings in wind and current, almost nothing about warping.

You will pick useful nuggets that make the book worth the price, but for practical tips on touch situations Chapman's Seamanship and Small Boat Piloting has way more info.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific book, April 18, 2001

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As a relatively new boater docking into a slip in a crowded marina on a calm day let alone a windy one has been at times a most intimidating experience. Dr. Low's book is an easy and fun read filled with lots of practical advice and good humor. I quickly realized I was not alone with my anxiety about docking and have learned much from the author's experience. Comments relative to the psychological issues were just as helpful as the mechanical aspects. I highly recommend this book.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Great reference..., July 11, 2000

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The book delivers exactly what it advertises, boat docking fundamentals for small vessels. There is ample discussion for nearly every situation you might encounter. The author claims it makes a handy reference; it does. Understandable and concise. Can be used as a handy reference for a particular situation or read and digested entirely in an evening.(Makes a good read late winter/Spring just before boating season begins) While geared more towards the "marina sailor" it is a compact and thorough review of the subject without undue technical dissection of the physics at work. If you want a readable, no-nonsense book that covers the topic; this is the one for you. As the author points out, practice is the key to using the techniques discussed in the book. Applicable to power or sail, more capstan/windlass coverage is available in traditional sailing books such as Chapman's. Recommended!

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4.0 out of 5 stars Valuable Docking Info for Beginners
I bought this book after I bought my first boat, a Catalina 30 auxiliary sailboat. I wish I had bought the book first. Read more

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I am a first time large boat owner and found the book along with it's simple diagrams quite helpful.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
This is a great book with humor in it. Its loaded with information. By admitting that docking is difficult, it sets the stage for the reader to understand the challenges of... Read more

Published on June 11, 2007 by Reza Gorji

1.0 out of 5 stars Lacking Technique
I was disappointed with and returned this particular book for a refund. Very little inside concerning twin engine inboard operation.

Published on February 17, 2007 by Melvyn L. Marcus

5.0 out of 5 stars Boat Docking (Close Quarters Maneuvering for Small Craft)
Being new to twin engine power boating, I found this book to be very helpful. I have read it three or four times in the first month and keep it as a reference. Read more

Published on January 4, 2007 by Billy Paul

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Good enough that I have sent a few copies to friend that needed "help" docking

Published on July 5, 2006 by Donald Osborne

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Good Content -- Very Poor Binding
This book contained what I thought was very good information. It was presented in a clear, concise manner, but a little too brief in some instances. Read more

Published on May 3, 2004 by Courtland Conover

5.0 out of 5 stars The book to have, for beginers+++
I am a fairly new boat owner with a twenty-four foot inboard. Kudos for Mr. Low in writing a fun, easy to understand book which helped me understand the dinamics at work when you... Read more

Published on April 22, 2004 by Carlos A. Ramos

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I recently purchased a 24 foot boat with an inboard engine. I wanted to be more familiar with the process of mooring/tying up/docking. Read more

Published on January 24, 2004 by Carlos A. Ramos

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