How to Choose a Mooring Pennant (Single vs Double vs Y Pennant) | Boat Mooring Guide

Confused about mooring pennants? In this guide we break down how to choose the right mooring pennant for your boat size and your harbor conditions—whether you’re in an exposed mooring field with chop or a river mooring with strong current. You’ll learn the three common mooring pennant setups (single, double, and Y pennant), how to size the eye to your deck cleats, where chafe gear should go, and when to add floats so the pickup stays on the surface. We also cover hardware options (thimbles, galvanized vs stainless) and durability upgrades like UV/marine growth protective dips. R&W Ropes - https://www.rwrope.com Anchoring Course: https://www.nauticed.org/sailing-courses/view/anchoring-a-sailboat?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=OBRHy5Xyoq8 00:00 - Harbor Rules: Pennant Length Limits 00:15 - Consideration for Mooring Lines 00:49 - Types of Mooring Pennants 01:53 - Mooring Pennant Size Chart 02:14 - Bowsprit & Head Rig: Prevent Line Rubbing 02:50 - Materials + Add-Ons: Nylon, Floats, UV Dip #docking #sailingboat #anchoring #boating