Boating Tips: Tips for Easier Docking

Putting a boat into the slip can be stressful, so everyone should appreciate some tips for easier docking. In this short video we take a look at three very basic but very important things you should always do, when it’s time to put your boat into the slip at the end of the day.

Wait a sec—you say you’re one of those lucky boaters who has a joystick system? This can make docking a whole lot easier. But those new to boating may still have an issue or two. If so, be sure to check out Boating Tips: Docking with Optimus Joystick Control.

Written by: Lenny Rudow

With over two decades of experience in marine journalism, Lenny Rudow has contributed to publications including YachtWorld, boats.com, Boating Magazine, Marlin Magazine, Boating World, Saltwater Sportsman, Texas Fish & Game, and many others. Lenny is a graduate of the Westlawn School of Yacht Design, and he has won numerous BWI and OWAA writing awards.