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It did not snow on Christmas, but that did not stop me from having fun.

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Beason 31 https://www.scanboat.com/en/17429063

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Picking up a mooring under sail is one of those skills you may not use often - until you really need it. The key is the approach. Come in on a close reach, roughly 60° off the wind. About 20 boat lengths out, furl or drop the headsail and continue under mainsail alone. Around 5 boat lengths out, ease the mainsail completely and let the boat’s momentum carry you toward the mooring. The goal is to arrive with enough steerage to stay in control, but almost no speed. If the approach isn’t right, don’t force it. Sail away, reset, and try again. Practice the maneuver in open water with a floating marker or fender before attempting it in a crowded mooring field. #sailing #sailingschool #sailboat #sailinglife

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Here at Bates Wharf, we pride ourselves on offering the complete service whether you are buying, selling or servicing your boat. As a family owned boat building business founded in the 1900′s, we have now evolved into one of the largest boat dealerships in the UK with offices in prime locations for your convenience. All of our staff have a wealth of boating experience whether it be personally or commercially, and as such we are able to offer a unique level of customer service based on experience and training. Our three offices are located in Chertsey (Surrey), Eastbourne (East Sussex) and Poole (Dorset). At each office we have a large range of new and used boats available for viewing, a comprehensive brokerage service, as well as a service, repair, and valeting centre. We are open seven days a week so there is always a member of staff available. We feel privileged to represent the brands we offer and look forward to beginning, or continuing with you along your boating journey.

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