Practice question
When approaching a pier to berth alongside with an offshore wind (viento de tierra / desatracador) blowing the vessel away from the dock, what is the recommended approach strategy?
- Approach the dock at a steeper angle (approx. 30° to 45°) with slightly more speed to maintain steerage, secure the bow line or forward spring first, and use the engine to bring the stern in
- Approach completely parallel at idle speed and wait for the wind to blow the boat onto the dock
- Approach in reverse at high speed without fenders deployed
- Drop both anchors 100 meters off and winch the vessel backward into the slip
Answer: A — Approach the dock at a steeper angle (approx. 30° to 45°) with slightly more speed to maintain steerage, secure the bow line or forward spring first, and use the engine to bring the stern in
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