5 - Reversing & Turning

[@dormantsuperhero]

What happend to that valuable gem in close quarters handling especially, that every boat 'walks' to port or starboard when going astern, depending on direction of prop rotation? you can use this to your advantage, in certain circumstances, know your boat, always watch the direction of the wind and tide as these greatly affect any boats handling,definatly a dummies guide.

[@newsnetuk]

Not a great model of clarity I'm afraid. The instructor says "If you want to turn to starboard - put your helm to port" The pupil says "I'm doing the opposite" - and turns the helm to starboard - (presumably with the intention of turning to port) However the pupil then turns the boat to starboard! Confused? - They are!