Salt docking at fixed docks

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Headed to the keys for an extended week and the boat will be at a marina in a slip when we're not out in it. I suspect it'll go through full tidal changes and have to deal with a bit of storm waves at some point, even though it's a relatively sheltered marina. The docks are fixed, not floating. I believe it's set up with a boat on either side of a walkway, with a divider post (or two) between "slots". I suspect I'll back in. Kind of like so...

So, what do I need to do to make sure my baby isn't getting rashed against a dock all night long through winds and tide changes? Also interested in thoughts on what to do if there isn't a center post between slots. Most of my docking experience is on floaters or when I'm just parked for lunch... I rarely have to deal with entire tidal cycles.

 

[McMark]

Maybe the dock will have whips. Otherwise you'll have to cross and use a springline.

 

[Murf'n'surf]

Use your fenders in the appropriate places where the pilings are. Run you fenders horizontal do they roll up and down the pilings.

 

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@Murf'n'surf Dude, that's awesome! I'm just going to assume that's what @McMark meant by crosses and springlines.

Any advice if there isn't an accessible post on the other side of the boat?

 

[Murf'n'surf]

Just leave that line out of the equation. Just be sure your boat is straight with the dock. Don't angle the bow in at all.
The rear crossing lines will prevent the bow from wandering toward the dock when adjusted properly.

 

[McMark]

That's it. Thanks Murf for the graphic