Fender Placement: Essential Docking Tips for Safe Sailing | Sailing Virgins

Master the art of proper fender placement with sailing instructor Finn from Sailing Virgins at the prestigious Bitter End Yacht Club! This essential guide covers everything you need to know about protecting your boat when docking - from optimal height positioning and the perfect clove hitch to quick-release techniques and the strategic placement of "roaming fenders." Learn why fender height is crucial, how to adjust for different dock heights, and why the bow and stern need extra protection. Plus, follow our adventure as we set sail to Anegada, the BVI's unique coral island with stunning white sand beaches and just 28 feet of elevation! ?? TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Introduction 0:23 - What are fenders & their proper height 1:00 - Common contact points when docking 1:30 - How many fenders to use 2:00 - Perfect clove hitch & quick-release techniques 3:00 - The "roaming fender" strategy 3:30 - Departing Bitter End Yacht Club 3:55 - Sailing to Anegada 5:10 - Beach relaxation at Anegada ? Ready to take your sailing skills to the next level? Join us for ASA-certified courses in the beautiful British Virgin Islands: https://sailingvirgins.com ? Follow us for more sailing tips: Instagram: @sailingvirgins Facebook: @SailingVirgins #SailingTips #BoatFenders #ProperDocking #SailingVirgins #BVISailing #LearnToSail #Anegada #CloveHitch #BoatingTips #SailingLife We at Sailing Virgins are creating instructional videos on how to sail that aren't lame! Join us as we travel through the Caribbean, Croatia, Tahiti, and more and show you the ropes, literally. ---- We are the world's #1 sailing school for millennials-lessons, courses, classes in the Caribbean, Croatia, and Tahiti.