How do you dock and tie-up our boats on a Lake Tahoe dock or pier?

 

Docking Tips: Always go slower than you think because you have no brakes and reverse isn't always an option. Approach dock or pier slowly, with the starboard side of the boat if possible.

 

Mastercraft and Ski Sanger: The natural tendency to torque steer with the rotation of the propeller at slow speeds makes docking easier on the driver side for the Mastercraft or Ski Sanger. Because of the rotation of the propeller on these direct drive ski boats it makes docking a breeze. Approach the dock at a 30 degree angle. When the nose almost touches the dock apply reverse easily, lowest power setting in reverse possible. The left hand rotation of the prop on a ski boat will bring the tail of the boat right against the dock nice and easy.

 

Crownlines: With our inboard outboard boats like the Crownlines come in slowly but use a decreased angle to about 20 degrees. Because these boats don't have a left hand turning prop like on a direct drive ski boat, it makes swinging in the tail a little bit tougher.

 

Also, use wind correction angle and current to your advantage when docking.

 

Tie-Up Tips: Use plenty of dock bumpers, 3 are great. These bumpers are mandatory when tying up our Lake Tahoe Boats, even for refueling or at your pier in the keys. Dock bumpers protect the boat from damage and we really appreciate the effort. Whenever possible, tie-up with the bow toward the waves. We have provided good quality double-braided nylon line. Tie-up only to the lifting or tie-down eyes. Never use the handrails or ski pylon.

 

Did I mention the bumpers? Go Slow? Thanks!

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Thank you for making Lake Tahoe Wakeboard and Power Boat Rentals your choice!

Fastest Growing Boat Rental Company In Tahoe!

Call 775-848-5608 or (888) 312-1116

email scott@tahoeboatrentals.com

Boats are located at 1115 Tunnel Creek Road, Incline Village NV 89451

(The South End of the Old Ponderosa Ranch)

We launch out of Incline Village, Sand Harbor and South Shore to Cave Rock but we'll deliver too.

 

Mailing: 774 MAYS #10-151, Incline Village, NV 89451

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