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Old 09-30-2013, 12:41 PM   #22
Lakesrider
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Originally Posted by NH_boater View Post

I do not glide onto the trailer. I tie up, trailer backs down, walk the boat onto the trailer with a line on the stern and bow, cinch up and wife drives the boat up the ramp and away from ramp. I take less time, due to practice I am sure, than most boaters, even many of those that powerload. Floating in on can be very quick and easy, and does not destroy the ramp for all others.
Nice. I thought I was the only one.
I do it the same way. Have since my father taught me to load using ropes. The only time I may motor to the trailer is in a severe wind condition where I want to be on the boat should anything happen. And I have a 25 foot Monterey cruiser.
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