Docking NIGHTMARE - S2EP14

[@videospa]

It wasn't too bad, is always great to have our sailor's community ready to help! You doing amazing! Great video

[@parkerfilms1]

Well done Taylor!! If that is the worst docking experience you ever have you will be really fortunate! You handled it well!

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

I was thinking "how much was edited?" when I saw the action she titled "...worst docking .... ever" ;-)

[@waynebailey9152]

Great video…everyday can’t be sunshine and roses. Taylor, I so admire you…your bravery, your tenacity and your beauty! Your Mom ain’t too shabby either! 😉

[@antoniogavarrete2689]

I love your spirit we share the courage to do what you do you make me get up every morning to watch your travels keep strong

[@DiZZoLabs]

How special to have your Mom traveling with you.. You 2 will remember this forever. Much love T. Muah!

[@melspencer9957]

That's part of learning ! You are learning quickly and your mom seems to be a natural boat person as well ! Congrats to both of you.

[@briansmith1720]

Hello Taylor.. Glad you made it down safely and got your vessel tied down.. I chuckled when you said your ego got a little bruised.. Think we all have experienced that a time or two... Be safe, look forward to following your journey... Brian From B.C. Canada..

[@dirktate2921]

I've had my ego bruised many times in difficult docking situations as I'm sure most sailors have. That's where humility comes in.

[@timwade5157]

A lesson learned. No harm no foul. Mom’s turning into a great crew/first mate.

[@michaelfk2548]

Learning curve that's all....Well done guys !..

[@karitane]

Respect to you Taylor for picking the tools up .Learn all you can every day and ask questions. You rock.

[@alanpettibone]

Docking a single screw sailing vessel with a big old keel in a river current is the stuff of nightmares. That scenario is exactly with I opted for a vessel with bow thruster. It’s not that it can’t be done without one, but rather way easier on the ego when nothing seems to be going right in a marina or fuel dock. It looks like you’ve got it figured out and next time that experience will pay off. Well done!

[@terryjensen9515]

Keep your head up Taylor....you are such a STRONG woman......

[@marshalloram1999]

I thought my inexperienced landings where rough. It’s encouraging to see someone who knows what they’re doing have issues. You rock and are an inspiration to everyone.

[@hakankucukbaskan8139]

Hi Taylor,I am from Turkey,from Antalya.And Hello TO ALL .You make beautiful and exciting videos. I've been watching your videos for a long time.But after I opened a new youtube page, I was able to write you a message. 💐 👍

[@grahammewburn]

It's wonderful to see a Mom and daughter having an adventure together. Have a Bonza time Cheers from Downunder Gray Australia

[@milesbuckhurst504]

Nice video, we have all been there when docking. A tip is to get the midship spring attached to the dock. So the guys onshore must cleat it off. That is a mistake motor boat owners onshore often make as they don’t realise how much underwater a sailboat has. Once midships is attached you can back up on it or move forward and you will be drawn parallel into the dock. When I first learnt that my life got much easier and quite honestly it is easy - practice on a quiet day to get the hang of it. It is especially useful if single handed. I always use this technique now needed or not to be in the habit. Good luck !

[@tuxpowerpc]

Don't be to hard on yourself Taylor, this is all part of the learning process which will happen all throughout your life. You're awesome and I enjoy sailing / boating along with you whether it be here on your boat or on Sailing Doodles with Bobby. The best part is I get somewhat of an ongoing travel vacation though all your eyes. Keep up the great work!

[@martybishop6747]

Your boat handling and navigation are great. Gotta love your self confidence.

[@woodrowweber718]

I appreciate your honesty about docking I’ve been there many times I’m still learning everyone tells me docking is the most challenging part of voting in certain aspects. I recall a situation I was in very similar to yours I have a power boat twin screws and I still couldn’t keep it under control I had to have lots of help I was very embarrassed but everyone that helped was very nice boaters are an awesome group

[@stevew9749]

Taylor, the last thing you said was"you made it in safely" and that's exactly what the Captains supposed to do. (Safely) So Congratulations you did a great job.

[@TFABMN]

You are an inspiration. I like you courage and sense of humor.

[@pmnmd62]

We just bought a boat in December and I have docked her a few times (49 ft Beneteau) and I am scared shitless every time. Current is brutal. So many more things to worry about. You got on safely with no serious damage so that’s all that matters. I can see why insurance companies focus on how much docking experience one has had. It’s the hardest part of sailing. Cheers, looks like Mexico is treating you well.

[@garyengelman7867]

And a cross wind can be just as bad as a current. lol

[@racko651]

The weather will always improve. That's a garentee

[@iplaylax22]

Taylor, this is my marina. It’s crazy how often you see people (me) struggle into the slips there. I watched that trawler behind you with a bunch of crew and bow thrusters struggle to dock on that outside slip. Ours is all the way in, closest to the tower, so everyone gets a show each time we come in. We joke that the staff say, "here come those idiots again!” We try to plan our trips so we come back in as tide is going out. Can’t believe I missed you, been following along since your first adventures with Bobby! I would have taken y’all to dinner, or had some cocktails!

[@MichaelLivingston-me]

Gives me an appreciation for the reality of sailing, with its ups and downs. Problems always occur with every endeavor. You handled this one too. Yay Taylor!

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

Egos bruised do no harm - in the opposite, a humbling experience here and there does a sailor good by times. Bodies or boats bruised was the thing to avoid, which You seemingly accomplished. No matter how many miles, years or ports a Capt'n might have seen, misinterpretation of boundary conditions like skipping to notice a current's strength (or its direction where we're _headed_ to) does occur. Thanks for sharing.

[@Sailing_Antrice]

Don’t worry about the docking. Any arrival where the boat and its surroundings are still intact is a good landing. But one way to do this in a more controlled way is to get a long bowline ashore and cleated off then with fenders on the bow and side go ahead slowly while turning away from the dock. The boat will go forward until the line tightens and then the stern will come in alongside the dock. With the helm over and secured the boat will just sit there until you can secure the remaining lines. Then you can turn the engine off. Practice in calm conditions and then when you need to dock solo you will be able to dock single handed under full control.

[@Chris-wf3xu]

Check the positive from the battery to the field plug on the alternator. Unless it's a single wire alternator it needs 12volts applied when it starts to have the regulator put out charge voltage. Just ran into that myself... It can make you crazy!

[@captainjimolchs]

Clearly, her oscillation overthruster needs adjustment.

[@marekwaszczuk5939]

Head to tide, Taylor. always head to tide-it allows you to keep control of the boat SOG and movement. Godspeed.👍

[@DavidOrtiz-tx3ey]

I love what you do; your life style as traveler is awesome! I have been following you and your adventures. Keep the fun going!!!

[@harpomorris1909]

You did fine docking there, sometimes we have to deal with unexpected factors, thankfully you had help on the dock and you did what made sense. Great episode , I love to see you and your mother working as a team. Hang in there Florida is getting closer every day!

[@noobpvptv5176]

Taylor, if that happens again, throw your bow line over first. Leave it a little slack and use it as a spring line. Turn your rudder hard to stbd and burst your throttle forward at about 1500-2000 rpms. The bow line will hold your bow in the same spot while your stern will be forced to stbd. Basically, until your rudder has water moving over it, its worthless, but you need to prevent your boat from accerating at the same time (moving forward). Nice job staying calm.

[@McTroyd]

Hey Taylor! In addition to the big charge wires, that alternator should have a plug with at least 2 wires in it. One wire is power, the other is ground. (Sometimes there are additional sense wires, but those don't matter for this test.) There needs to be power on those pins, or the alternator won't supply any power to charge. This is a big difference from a generator -- an alternator actually needs a small amount of power to create a larger amount of power, where generators use magnets to create power from magnetic fields.

[@frederickc3507]

Truly a courageous young lady. Keep sailing

[@MrLebro11]

If that’s your worst you’re doing a great job. Good seeing you on SV Delos. Backs me wonder where this adventure will go.

[@dangitgrossman]

Have they uploaded videos with Taylor on there ? I’ve been checking ...

[@bubbasinclair6514]

When docking ALWAYS TOSS AND SECURE A MID SHIP SPRING LINE FIRST. This makes docking much easier. After the spring line is secured then you can tie the bow and stern lines. Been doing it this way for over 40 years. All the best to you and your mother.

[@jlyon5482]

I agree. If the mid-ship spring had been secured to a cleat instead of them trying to hold it in their hands (never a good idea) you could have motored forward and brought the boat in. Greatest invention ever the mid-ship spring line. Also, forgive me if you already know this, but I didn't see you use a snubber on your anchor rhode. Snubbers are very important as they take up the shock loads as the boat moves around. If you rely just on a cleat or, even worse, the windlass to take the shock loads you'll shorten their lives dramatically.

[@duboisdl]

If you don't have the right angle for the mid ship spring, cleat the bow line, put the boat in reverse with rudder facing the dock, this will swing you close enough to throw the mid spring, once cleated you can put boat in forward gear, turn away from dock and wala!! ALWAYS have the dockhands cleat the line, from there you can do anything you want by manipulating your motor and rudder

[@undersail6614]

Wasn't that bad, no crash nor damage ;) A friendly tip: when pulling a boat by the lines, rather than pulling the line running directly to the boat, put it under a cleat on the dock. Better angle and safer. Best of luck!

[@russellhall6489]

Go girl, you did well, every skipper has had an OMG moment/s. This is when you become very insecure very quickly and understand a boat does not behave like a car. That is the great thing. Water is freedom with a price to pay and that price is experience. Learn from the experience and get confident with the boat and the confidence and enjoyment will develop. Build the bridge and continue to enjoy your future adventures.

[@aeasus]

If you have alternator output power when you test to the engine block but not at the battery, check the ground wire on the engine block.

[@korybeckwith834]

I was going to mentioned that myself. Good place to start.

[@rons9197]

@@korybeckwith834 Check out put voltage of alternator, proper grounds as mentioned , and possibly a parasitic draw that is draining your batteries.

[@chriswalker2997]

Check for a blown fusible link between alternator and battery.

[@korybeckwith834]

I had a so called alternator problem with a brand new one I installed in a car I owned. I thoroughly checked engine ground but determined later the fusible link was bad. It wasnt quite burned all the through. Sometimes your just better replacing old items as maintenance because you dont want to break down. I always carry one of those jumpstart battery boxes in my car because I would rather use that than my car's battery since I dont want to damage the electronics of my vehicle. It best on a sailboat to carry as many spares as possible. Belrs for example.

[@blackbirdxx928]

Ya, that ground wire deal....i worked on older corvettes for years... bad ground in the taillight harness, step on the brake pedal and both turn indicators light up. Leave the engine to frame ground off and it will burn up the bushing for the driveshaft in the back of the trans in 2000 miles

[@sidecar9568]

Great job Taylor, keep it going. Enjoying you on Sailing Doodles also.

[@diverbob8]

Great job Taylor. Modern Alternators usually have internal voltage regulators so the Output Lead goes to the Battery on a car, On your boat, it may go through a main switch on it's way to the battery. So often this is a pretty simple issue. As a troubleshooting tool, I recommend that you check out a Fluke 365. It does AC & DC volts and ohms, like every multimeter, but it does something much more unusual in that it has a clamp on current probe that is on a 1 meter cable and it DOES BOTH AC AND DC CURRENT. So using a 365, you can check alternator output current just by clamping on to the wire going to the battery. These things are usually on eBay.

[@dannytuddenham4089]

hey dude, A spring line would work really well there. When your mum threw the midship rope if the guy on the dock took a couple of turns around the bollard you could put it in forward gear and turn to port the stern would come around into the jetty. Also really good method for getting off when the wind is blowing you onto the jetty. Worth a practice some time if you get a chance

[@CruisingSonchaser]

Well done! That was not a bother. No thuds, no problems.

[@donnavigato2798]

Great video... I just subscribed..... From a great lakes captain...You show that all of us are human and still learning. Put a (another) long line on the rear cleat. Get the nose in and pull rear. Midship is good alone but only if sea is calm. Don

[@kenvangoe9358]

Taylor you seem like you expect things to go wrong and then shake them off as you see them coming I sense this not only in your voice but your narrating. Confidence is a motivational tool it can be contagious.love you girl. Be careful and stay safe.

[@michaelsteel8059]

You'll get there, Taylor, don't worry. Sailing with your own boat is one big learning curve. Everyone has to deal with this. And if you have a problem with something, just ask people who already have the necessary experience. Regarding the alternator wiring problems, just ask people if they have experience with this problem. It's just unbelievable how helpful people are in this world. Keep up the good work, you are doing well. Besides, you have a darling mother who is extremely proud of you. Both stay safe and healthy.😉

[@rileybri]

You didn't damage your boat or any others so as far as I can tell it was a successful docking in difficult conditions. Well.done keeping calm and working through it.

[@ssecor40]

Love the time you spent with your mom :-) Taylor, you are a beacon of free spirit and adventure! Thank you...

[@Sirena_Edonismo]

Hi Taylor, Each docking is a new set of challenges. With every one of them you build a wealth of experience to help you in future situations. Even mistakes can be great learning experiences. You obviously already learned one of the biggest lessons, if it doesn't feel right get out of there and try it again. The fact that at your age you already own your own boat and are doing these adventures is an amazing accomplishment in itself. You've come a long way in a realatively short time. I also love how your mom is so supportive and the wonderful relationship that you have. I'm sure in real time your having a blast on Delos and are learning things at a PhD level. Keep up the good work. You're awesome. ❤️

[@petyrkowalski9887]

You did a good job with the docking. You didnt panic, went around and took it slowly, didnt hit anything so good job. We have all had tricky dockings no matter experience level.

[@JohnnyRizon]

I really like the "Total Nautical Miles Log". safe travels

[@paulrawluk3060]

Your doing great! Keep it going, all this hard work will pay off big time!

[@tonyhill5418]

It's cool that you shared that, too many people give the impression that it's always easy.

[@edwardparkhurst9804]

Great video, Taylor. Say hi to Bobby, I also watch his video's too. But yours are absolutely right about upkeep of a sailboat it is never ending.

[@bobbygrayson8302]

If you get a chance pull into Historical Beautiful Beaufort SC for a couple of days, I think you and your mother will enjoy it. It's north of Savannah GA.

[@ryanmcdougall22]

Life. Live. Lear. Love. You're all good!

[@minibusadventures5483]

Another great show of support between you two, its easy to see where you get your strength and good looks from, your mother is awesome and the both of your are wonderfull people. We love watching your show’s, weather your own or working with Bobby on his adventures (when is he swapping back to sail..lol).Stay sailing and stay safe... Jack n Steve.

[@cessna177flyer3]

Any docking you can walk away from...Nice job. Hoping for a quick and easy repair. Keep sailing.

[@sailingcitrinesunset4065]

A trick for docking your boat in that situation in strong current, Take a line and make a loop about 5-6 metres in length and approach the moving up stream. As you turn into the lane throw the loop over that pole or end dock cleat with the other end through the life lines and over a rear main winch. The boat will swing straight into the slip and if need be steer away from the dock in idle forward and the boat will nicely come along side the dock where you can tie the rest of your lines before going to neutral. Don't practice this move around other boats until you know how your boat reacts.

[@waynemcphail7825]

You did fine docking. Deck hands on shore needed to put your lines on the dock cleats to allow to to power to the dock.

[@horacegardner3516]

Well done Taylor! That’s how you get even better..

[@hugosstudiosdenver]

Awesome to see you navigating again with your first mate aka Mom ! Awesome crew !!! Safe travels !! Thanks for sharing !!

[@richardmurphy7101]

Looks like Landings Harbor. I grew up boating and fishing all around Daufuskie, Skidaway, all of the areas in your video. Beautiful areas, always have to check the tide tables and calculate docking with incoming/outgoing tides in GA. Safe travels.

[@mikeheard4859]

Hey Taylor it’s nature it’s the pull of the moon, wind & tide Waiteth for no man, or our girl & the breath of spring!! X 🇬🇧

[@garyengelman7867]

Everything you do on a boat is a learning experience, I know. I lived on a boat and cruised her for 7 years. A Hans Christian. So you got the boat in, no damage and everyone was safe. Smile, good job.

[@dougallen4675]

Thanks for a few minutes of distraction from the concerns of today. I really enjoy your adventures. Best of luck on SV Delos and please keep posting stories

[@jaytroxel3495]

Really enjoying your videos. Thanks for sharing your journey. Safe travels.

[@tonyw3250]

It's packed so well done, always nice to have a bit of help

[@bobbygrayson8302]

Thank you for the video of Beaufort SC. It was my last duty station assignment in the Marine Corps. I see your mother is getting her sea legs and adjusting to being First Mate.

[@michellemieux1544]

Check your engine ground connection.... Thank you for sharing Taylor!

[@jonnorousseau3096]

Well you didn't crash, that's always a win, well done, docking is stressful especially with wind or current.

[@Bakin]

Hey, that was not bad, no harm, no scuff and finally on the dock! I'd take it. Mom's awesome! Your a great team!

[@rayray2613]

You are so amazing. Please stay strong for us.

[@chrisphinney6430]

Great video. Glad you caught the dolphins. On my bucket list to see dolphins in the wild!

[@colinhenman2420]

Always a pleasure…cheers from Kingston. 🇨🇦

[@FirstMateEmily]

and new boating skills acquired just like THAT !! We have a slip right on the edge of the pier in our marina (similar to this) and it has all kinds of currents rushing at any given time. Pair that with any wind and you have a recipe for some pretty interesting docking scenarios...happy travels!

[@tomriley5790]

Well done Taylor, good recovery - no damage done and nobody will ever know (well except for us on youtube)! Couldn't help thinking Brian could have fixed your alternator, where's an electrical engineer when you need one :-)! Looking forwards to the next episode, hope you're enjoying Delos!

[@glenn9229]

I reckon you're pretty hard on yourself.....the docking may not have been classroom perfect......but you didn't dent either the boat or the dock, you didnt hurt crew or the dock helpers.......and u got alongside fine in the end. That's how we all learn. Plenty of people can steer a boat......but those who captain a boat have to go through all the trials to get good at everything - so good job :) Your Mum's turning into a super deckhand too.....good for her :)

[@davidsheriff8989]

Go with the flow, don't fight the current.....use it....stay safe

[@percival4597]

Parking with no damage is always a good day! Keep up the spirits and good work Taylor the whole world is watching :p Percival

[@ST-lo6fm]

Wow.,videos are getting bette rand better. Mom is a trooper and you are looking better than ever.....

[@ecomindedchoice]

Good to see that you get along with your mom so well!

[@jimobrien7061]

We've all had fun docking experiences...it keeps you young and humble...

[@mikeraymond9088]

You know what I like most, besides you and Mom? You do very good video scenes. Happy Mothers day, belated, Mom. Thank goodness you had some fine people help you dock.

[@Mel-he1hg]

Good on you doing what makes you happy fantastic!!

[@stanleykeith6969]

Maybe there was nothing wrong with the old one, could be something else. Put the old one on and see if it charges. Good luck Taylor and Mom. Be Safe ! 💖

[@Dbgolfnski]

No holes in boat. No broken dock. No problem!!!

[@andymcknight3868]

I’ve been boating for 30 years, and some days docking just doesn’t go as planned. Keep your chin up love your channel.

[@matthewrich7673]

Sometimes there are one wire hook up alternators available, one heavy gauge wire hooked directly to the battery this can be a good upgrade. Check the cable from the alternator to the battery.

[@stanherman5604]

As long as you learn something and nothing was damaged...all's well!

[@daneulekowski929]

No worries on that docking, it would have been easier if they had run the dock lines around the cleats as soon as they had them, trying to hold back the momentum of a boat is too hard. Hope your having fun on Delos.

[@robertpoore7604]

Good advice

[@dannyboyspace]

Exactly. Get a turn on the cleat, and then sweat the line in.

[@kubotaman100]

My thoughts exactly, the shore crew didn't do her any favors by not biting the line on the cleat for a MA. In my 22 footer with a strong current, it can be really tough pulling her into a slip so that is often my cheat, get a line around a cleat. If this is your worse boating mishap give yourself a pat on the back.

[@michaelrusiecki1584]

Nice one Ladies.....well done. A 7 feet tidal range is not so bad, we have 7 meters here around the west part of the UK, it can be very challenging.

[@USAredneck]

The first time my wife solo crewed with me, before docking I explained she needed to stand on the fore deck and toss the line to the guy waiting for us at the dock. She did everything right except she didn’t tie the line to our boat before tossing it.

[@Rob-fx2dw]

Lucky you didn't ask her to drop the anchor !

[@tetalonstarfyre2419]

oppsie

[@captsmilinjac]

Can be a similar problem at Charleston Harbor Marina. Current and wind with tight slips and lots of boats. We all learn from our experiences 🙂

[@mtm101designs9]

Don't feel too bad about the docking, my worst docking performance was also in Savanah when I tried to dock down steam with about a 3 knot current. I knew better, but some lessons you only have to learn once.

[@lawrencesexauer6912]

Hang in there Taylor, it will get better.

[@nickmolonlabe5780]

Docking in Georgia can be very challenging The 9 foot tide creates a lot of current. Welcome to Georgia you made it. Feel good about it you walked away from the docking.

[@mennoboon8037]

Check you wiring for breaks, also check for corosion on the ground cables.

[@mandostudent]

on some alternators one has to rev up the rpms after cranking the engine for it to engage in charging. The goal is not to labor the batteries during the cranking phase' Good luck!