Streetwise Tips Vol. 2 - Anchoring, Line Handling, Docking
Streetwise Tips Vol. 2 - Anchoring, Line Handling, Docking • 1h 6m
A how-to video by Rob Dubin with Don Street
Watch the full video here or see the Streetwise Tips Vol. 2 PLAYLIST to jump around between all 9 segments.
From the Sailing Quarterly Video Magazine library, this 56-minute how-to sailing video features legendary skipper and sailing author, Don Street shares more tips on how to make your cruising safer and more comfortable.
Don demonstrates anchoring techniques: basics like how to choose the correct anchor for your boat and what anchors to use in what kinds of bottoms; details on using chain anchor rodes and anchoring with two anchors in areas with strong currents or beam to swells; how to retrieve a fouled anchor; handy knots and sewn whippings to keep lines from fraying; ways to prevent chafe on lines securing your boat to docks or moorings; line handling tips for better crew work; how to dock shorthanded; and methods for getting you afloat when you run aground. Learn from Don Street so you can cruise safely and with confidence. (S2Z)
For more, check out Don Street's Streetwise Tips Volume 1. (S1Z)
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503F: Anchoring Tips
Don Street explains which anchors hold best in which conditions and demonstrates his tips for dropping the hook, setting the anchor and testing for dragging plus a new and improved method for retrieving a fouled anchor. Don explains matching the size of anchor to your boat and matching the anchor...
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104H: Advice on Chain Anchor Rodes
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504E: Anchoring with Two Anchors
Don Street gives expert advice on anchoring with two anchors: When you need them and why plus how to set a Bahamian Moor, two bow anchors or a bow and stern anchor. See actual anchoring and descriptive graphics for invaluable lessons on this essential sailing skill.
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