Spring Line Docking Techniques

[@OranTeach]

Amazing production and greatly executed!

[@giovannifiorentino8947]

The animation makes it all clear to understand. Great job.

[@darrylbeattie737]

Hi Paul and Sheryl... the boat looks amazing. The shot of it at 2:37 in the video is so beautiful. Looks like you guys are getting close for the big voyage.... Can't wait

[@bill4nier]

Really like how you explain the topic and demon straight how to do it. It would great to see more videos like this. Thanks for sharing.

[@verynearlyaboutsailing8114]

Yes definately more of these 'how to' videos. As a single hander using springs, and spring bridles, (set up as slip-lines) is a very useful way of getting on and off a dock. And I am very impressed that you have bow and stern thrusters and didn't use them - that is classy.

[@DistantShoresTV]

Thanks! We're working on more how to's :-) Its been fun getting to know the new boat and I've been practicing the close quarters maneuvering.

[@MaxVliet]

Thank you for bringing us with you on your journeys! Please give us more of this!

[@skillsonian]

Oh, and, yes, yes, we absolutely will enjoy more of these seamanship videos. It’s very helpful to watch your practiced, systematic style.

[@peterpocock9062]

Another gem for information. More please! Oh, and your boat is not too shabby either. Nice, verrry nice.

[@stuartcrabbe7377]

Very prudent and safety minded to practice the new boat without the thrusters. You know that things seem to fail at the worst possible time, but you will be prepared. Like the educational videos very much.

[@patricklaine6958]

Very nice demo on spring lines -- on and off. You guys make a great team. Many thanks.

[@davebrady8430]

Hey, small world seeing you over here on this channel Patrick ! You're great for sharing tips/ideas as well, not just covering sailing voyages.

[@patricklaine6958]

Thanks Dave. I have been a big fan of Distant Shores for a long time. These guys sailed through the center of Paris once. Really! Love them.

[@davebrady8430]

You're welcome Patrick ! Yes saw they'd done that. They and you are wonderful salt of the earth folk.

[@brieneaton8578]

Hey Capt'n Pat. You know I love your vids { HELL of a lot of work, single handing .} My son bought me, us , A C&C 25 about six years ago. He works on the lakers here in Canada. He showed me the spring line and it's importance for all sorts of big and small ship, boat, handling in harbour. Only diff between the big ship lines and ours was , 3" steel and five eight's poly . lol.

[@darrylbeattie737]

Hi Patrick. Yes it is nice seeing you checking out the other channels. Like I've said many times before you are right up there with the best as far as sailing videos go on the net. I knew of, Paul & Sheryl almost 30 years ago in Toronto when they first began there amazing journey. I am meeting up with them in the Canary Islands in November to do the Transatlantic crossing. I will be 27 days with them and I can tell you I am over the moon about it. You take care and keep your videos coming. I do look forward to each and everyone of them.

[@lyonkingI]

Any advice from seasoned salts is always welcomed! Keep the how to vids coming!

[@Pfsif]

Another beautiful warm, sunny day in Europe.

[@AnthonyCelaya]

It is so nice to see how-to videos about sailing! Please, please, please... Keep them coming! We, as a family, love to watch your channel, and look forward to finding a Southerly of our own!

[@DistantShoresTV]

Thanks Anthony we will make more! And please pass on our kindest regards to your family 😍❤️ Good luck with your search for a Southerly!

[@GeorgeIvanPare]

We love thought provoking videos; puzzles even if you run into any. Thank you so much for all that you do.

[@michaelmorrow2023]

We always love your how to videos. Watching you onTV over the years, you both feel like family to us.

[@whileysea]

Really nice and calm explained and showed. Specifically without Bowthruster. THANK YOU

[@rwplace]

Great instructional video, having the camera up on the mast really helped to drive home exactly what was going on with the boat during the maneuver.

[@wynnroberts5388]

Excellent as always. Thank you both. Fair winds.

[@BullyHayes1977]

yes, boat operations and maintenance videos are really great

[@htimst1967]

I can watch howto videos for hours. Just when I think I know a little something, I find a well done video such as yours that gives another pearl or two. Cheers!

[@johnadams2313]

That was great getting a view from above added a nice touch.

[@denise2169]

Great video and Cheryl is great crew!

[@Kavack]

These are always good reminders and love seeing others techniques.

[@simoncorporation3]

Informative instruction re lines & boat maneuvering, thanks for sharing.

[@rjwandtmblietze2470]

Wow guys what an informative video and exceptional use of camera on the mast in demonstration good job guys

[@DistantShoresTV]

Thanks RJW! Glad you found it helpful.

[@dustinschnabelzoefarms6489]

You blow my mind Paul. I’d be a wreck... and there you are just calmly narrating.

[@charlesgreen4240]

Beautiful boat! I know nothing about sailing and may never actually sail, but I sure do enjoy your videos. Gives a glimpse into an entirely new world...

[@howardheckers8186]

yes please more of these helpful handy instruction videos

[@edrosenberger6947]

This spring line to push off a dock looks simple enough Paul.....nice to have Sheryl aboard so you only need to ask once to do something. Your new vessel sure has nice lines. You ruined me on keels and now I only want a swing keel....and cannot find one that I can afford....I think everyone that has moved thru your wake also now wants one. Thanks Paul ;).

[@m44um44u]

What size boat are you looking for?

[@edrosenberger6947]

48 to 54' Monohull Pilothouse with 14 to 15' Beam (will be my new home), prefer a steel hull but fiberglass is okay.

[@garyleonard4009]

Yes more how to video's. Thanks for sharing just love your channel.

[@katherineackerman2920]

Excellent video, love all of them. Always good to have tutorials though. Thank you.

[@petermcgrory5267]

I must say, you produce great How Too Videos, so please keep em coming? Thank you very much

[@DistantShoresTV]

Thanks for the kind words Peter❤️😅 we will indeed keep them coming.

[@karnj38]

Very well presented, look forward to more episodes

[@richsutorius5966]

I really enjoyed this video and would like to see more like it. Thank you.

[@onthebeaches]

Well done friends and THANK YOU for the lesson and YES YES YES on more how to vids! Also, nice to see sailors with lPDF's even in calm conditions! PEACE OUT! Ü

[@DistantShoresTV]

thanks +onthebeached1 we're working on more :-)

[@thearchibaldtuttle]

Nice! More how-to videos are definitely appreciated.

[@ke5wkf]

Yes please keep the how to videos coming. Really good stuff.

[@AndyUK-Corrival]

Boat looks great guys. I have used Hythe marina a lot and it is pretty tight. Good techniques and keeping it slow and calm is best. Look forward to your onward travels. Safe passage. Andy UK

[@graeme-sailingskeptic]

Really good video on how to use spring lines - thanks heaps!

[@emmahunter3675]

Many thanks, more please. Emma

[@J.Smith-rc6wh]

your how to videos are easy to follow, from people you can trust, keep it up

[@weweebert]

yes definitely. Also i was researching Pogo yachts and came across a review you had done...so anything you have to share i find of value.

[@24nathan48]

Awesome video keep them coming, you can never have enough knowledge

[@steve2934]

Love the video showing how to maneuver the boat.

[@scs130773]

Thanks for the demo video. Always interested in seeing other techniques. Cheers from Bermuda!

[@DistantShoresTV]

Thanks Sean :-)

[@steedharold]

Yes, more how-to videos, please! And thanks for this one.

[@stevelittle8404]

Beautifully done!

[@Airportnomad]

We got stuck in France recently and could not work out how to do it! Thanks and yes welcome more how too videos

[@DJ_Ardiente]

great instruction video. Although this maneuvers weren't new for me, I like to see others as well!

[@Bacoprah]

Thanks for the tips, you two make it look simple. Cheers and safe travels from PEI Canada, Bryan

[@paulouellette6881]

P&S...this sort of information is excellent !!! We only need look at how people secure dock lines to cleats, to realize we live in an age of "credit card captains" !! How to handle a yacht in various situations, is so very important for people to know. A Standing Ovation from Mary & I !!!

[@realulli]

That bow spring and fender cast-off was the first technique I got taught when I got my first boating license. If you have a rudder that is in the prop wash, steering into the dock will help you turn faster, which is really neat I in a tight spot... :-)

[@g73sail12]

That's Great your posting thies tips! Nice boat plus the shallow draft is Awsome

[@TERRY72763]

Very Clean Execution of the Bow spring, and Stern pull fulcrum... I'd Keep an Eye on that First Mate There, Keeps wondering back and forth during Crucial Maneuvers... *Have Fun, Laugh Often, Be Careful of One Another* :-)

[@svamandolin3546]

very good vid. Thank you for posting

[@THECARKUS]

I love all your vids. Thanks and happy sails!

[@w00db0x]

Great tips team! Thank you for sharing.

[@DistantShoresTV]

You're welcome ❤️😇

[@w00db0x]

Distant Shores TV it is certainly a skill to master. I grew up being the line handler for my dad. Now he is gone I had to learn the moves pretty quick. Having no thrusters and a wicked prop walk going astern makes life exciting around structures! I am glad to be on a swing Mooring. Cheers. Wade

[@pricedives]

Really informative video. It would be great to see more.

[@DistantShoresTV]

Thanks David :-)

[@OverlandSea]

Yes guys do more of these, we love them 👌🏼

[@VERTICALWisdom]

Another awesome video - Appreciate your knowledge and willingness to share with the boating community.

[@kurtweinheimer4939]

Thank you, good stuff for newer sailers.

[@peterkoeniges6830]

Thank you. How to videos are very helpful, especially "best practices" videos.

[@MrA1582000]

Excellent tips for docking

[@tobey1974]

Would definitely love more of these great how to videos. Very informative and great work combining the video and "cartoon/model". Much appreciated. Kind regards, Peter

[@douglas724]

As a future wannabe sailor pls keep the instructional videos coming!

[@kduborg]

Thank you for sharing your "know how" - let's get more of them, thanks. We are relatively new sailors and especially docking technicians are something we try to practice. That is definitely something we can use. The boat is SO beautiful and it is a pleasure to follow you from the purchase and to your first trips. Best regards - Mette and Kenneth 🇩🇰

[@majesticmark6054]

I am so happy to see you on your new boat. Looks amazing. Thanks for the informative videos. I always learn something.

[@latitudeash]

Yes please more how too vids. Always good to add to knowledge from an experienced sailer.

[@Anton-xh5ii]

Thanks you guys for the video!!!!!

[@Kleman500]

Very nice video, well executed maneuvres, great communication. Perfect example on how to do it Thanks a lot. Nice boat too :-)

[@thelmab12000]

I love the angle from aloft! Thank you and yes to more how to vids!

[@DistantShoresTV]

Thanks thelmab! Glad you found it useful.

[@anesthesiabeyond8519]

So awesome! You explained so clearly! 👍👍👍

[@brianpetersen3429]

Excellent tips!

[@DistantShoresTV]

Thanks Brian :-)

[@markhidle7312]

Love the show! Watch every episode on TV. The how to videos online are an added bonus and much needed/appreciated. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and adventures with the sailing community!

[@johnlcallaway]

Very nice! I really enjoyed using prop walk/wash to get onto the dock. We need more videos like this, and more captains to watch them. I watched the captain of a large catamaran recently try to use his two engines to shimmy up to a dock between two other cats when all he needed to do was let the wind blow him onto the dock and just maintain fore and aft position. After watching your video, I realized I could learn a new trick or two myself.

[@DistantShoresTV]

Thanks John. Glad you found it useful :-)

[@lindsayl6517]

Great video, you guys were so calm throughout! Really great to show people a relaxed and coordinated way of docking! Great work!

[@baz4x4r]

How to videos are really useful thanks. 👍🏻

[@heatherhodge1590]

Yes, please! Had a friend delivering a boat who's bow thruster was not engaging. Can happen to anyone. Good to know how to manage without it!

[@DistantShoresTV]

Thanks Heather 😊

[@tomhaverstock512]

Love the how to videos. Keep 'em coming, please.

[@jmbraunling1928]

Your's is such a beautiful, and well planned boat; I feel good about her being sailed by able, and experienced sailors. A fine example you are, indeed, setting.

[@TheRackdog]

What a Beautiful Yacht, loved the video as well👍

[@DistantShoresTV]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@travers114]

Love the how-to videos! Found this channel through your anchoring videos.

[@Intertracer]

...Besides, video ambience is remarkable! Looking forward to the Med.

[@Decco10000]

Lovely boot!

[@hahahshs5169]

I just keep saying to myself, "that's such a beautiful boat" Learning a lot about docking!

[@josesanzgarcia]

Thanks for your videos and for the tips

[@FritzKraut]

Thank you. Your video is very helpfull for me as a new skipper.

[@svsalacia6495]

Thanks for the info. As always I enjoy the show.

[@jonhering5660]

Thumbs up...please do more!

[@SVImpavidus]

Guys. Good and informative. Springing off on the bow or stern can get you out of so many tight spots! When coming in to a pontoon or dock the centre cleat first gives the helm the ability to drive the boat or pull the boat into position in wind or tide situations. Be good to see you demo this on your new boat. Left the Solent 1st June currently Port St Denis Bay of Biscay heading South like you. Sail Safe and fair winds. Ant & Cid xx

[@DistantShoresTV]

Please say hi if you see us! We might catch you up as we're heading south shortly 😇

[@barryspiegler8395]

Thanks, The how too's are great

[@kgstudio5352]

Love the how-to videos very much....you both make it look so easy!

[@foldunderbeforesealing5913]

Really enjoyed the video, thanks

[@SK22000]

This video is great, thanks

[@BradSeiler]

Cool examples but I wish we could have seen more of what you were doing to get on the dock in the last bit. Thanks for sharing!

[@captainmarkgray8856]

So very well done again and I love that you always wear your safety gear even in the harbor, at all times. That is what my wife and I always did also. I only wish more people, ALL boaters did the same. We know of people, too many, that have died at the docks and when entering the harbor as well as when out to sea. Many were avoidable by simply ALWAYS wearing your safety gear when topside on your boat.

[@jackvisser]

Excellent Video TY

[@torstenbehrendt870]

Love your HowTos. Please share more.

[@sollasollew3208]

Yes please keep the how to videos coming

[@SVSkalliwag]

I vote more how to videos. The first demo in this video was the best, the one showing the process using a virtual boat.