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Boat Handling - Power 

Boat handling can seem like a bit of a dark art to some of us and at times it can get pretty fraught if you don't know what you're doing, so here are a few tips...

On another plane
On another plane
Tips on travelling at speed.
Mooring in a marina
Mooring in a marina
Coming into a marina berth requires extra care because there are moored boats and vessels moving around in close quarters.
Basic powerboat handling
Basic powerboat handling
A guide to some basic boat handling techniques.
The effect of rudders, props and propwalk
The effect of rudders, props and propwalk
The effect of rudders, props and propwalk on boat handling.
Pivot points, windage and slide
Pivot points, windage and slide
Video: Boat handling- using the elements
Video: Boat handling- using the elements
Anyone who has spent a bit of time out on the water trying to perfect their boat handling skills will understand how important it is to take account of the elements when you are manoeuvring. Basically, a good understanding can be the difference between a calm, dignified entry to your berth and a full on calamity.
Travelling at Speed
Travelling at Speed
To go fast you’ve got to know what you are doing
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