ClimateRight CR-2550 Manuel du propriétaire télécharger pdf (Page 123)

CHAPTER 5

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DOCK LINE BASICS

Most skippers use dock line terminology fairly

loose but there is more to the basics than just bow

or stern lines. There are several lines that can be

secured to the bow and stern and depending on

their direction and use, can be called other names.

Remember that “forward” and “aft” refer to the

direction that a spring line runs from the vessel,

and not where it is secured on board.

There is only one true bow line. It is secured to the forward cleat and

run forward along the dock to prevent the vessel from moving to the

stern. The stern line leads from a rear cleat to a piling or cleat on the

dock astern of the vessel. This line keeps the boat from moving ahead.

For small vessels these are the only lines needed for normal wind and

current conditions. If located in a tidal environment, keep slack in the

lines.

Breast Lines

These lines are attached to the bow and stern that lead to nearly right

angles from the center of the vessel to the dock. They help keep larger

vessels from moving away from the dock, or are pulled in to help people

board the vessel. Larger vessels may use bow or quarter breast lines.

Spring Lines

Most small boats use two spring lines although it is possible to have four.

They are called the after bow spring and forward quarter spring.

Bow & Stern Lines