Drying against a post

[Chef]

I am contemplating doing this against a post in Langstone. I have been reliably informed that this is possible but feel that it may be a little risky. I am sassuming (but will check) that the bottom and the post is solid.

Has anyone every performed this feat? What would be the best plan of action? What are the risks?

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[rwoofer]

I assume this is a single post that you are referring too.

Do you know if your boat balances fore and aft? If not, I would dry against piles first to check it balances OK (ie no major tension on bow and stern line) and then go onto the single post the next time. I dryed against three posts last year and thankfully the boat does balance.

RB

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[TheBoatman]

Drying against a single post is not something that I would advocate, it's a bit risky, but greatly depends on the boat.

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[Chef]

Yes it is a single post the boat by the way is a verl 790 (26ft fin keel).

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[Sans Bateau]

As you will only know for sure when it's to late, don't do it!
There are posts to lean against at Itchenor and Emsworth. Our Marina, Emsworth Yacht Harbour on 01243 377727, has a drying grid for berth holders, they MAY allow its use, for a fee, you will have to phone and ask.

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[Chef]

Thanks for that advice. I will look into those options as well as others before making any decisions. The general consensus so far is basically don't do it which I'm more than happy to go along with.

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[Redmond]

The RAF YC has a scrubbing dock and pressure washer in the Hamble and non members can use it however it has to be booked

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[claymore]

Yeah - Go on - do it.

Live life on the edge- otherwise you're taking up too much room!

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Claymore
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[Chef]

Re: Yeah - Go on - do it.

I prefer to live life near the edge. Living on the edge is fine but it could lead to not even having a life to lead or in this case not having a boat in which to lead a life! But then again perhaps you are right..what the hell...erm where would I stand with regard to insurance?

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[tome]

Re: Yeah - Go on - do it.

<where would I stand>

Well clear of the boat!

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[claymore]

Re: Yeah - Go on - do it.

Oh you'd be fine - you could say that you consulted and the concensus of the consultation was that you'd be fine and anyway - why are we thinking there'll be a problem - stop being so negative.
Come alongside - nice big plank against the post
Spinnaker pole tied to the pulpit so you don't sit down backwards
Line from Bow back to post amidships
line from stern to post amidships
everyone sits in the cockpit on nearest side to pole to stop the nose going down and get her leaning to the post
Boat rests on spinnaker pole so protects rudder
Piece of Duff
When you doing this then?
1 tip - get out to the post in a dinghy when there's not much water and have a prod to see whats at the bottom

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Claymore
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[Chef]

Re: Yeah - Go on - do it.

Now that's what I call advice...glad someone actually takes me seriously. Thanks for your input. Plan on doing it within next few weeks unless of course I loose my bottle.

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