How to
Our step-by-step practical guides are hosted by Jon Mendez, author and founder of RYA-approved powerboat training school Mendez Marine.
In association with GJW Direct – marine insurance since 1826.
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How to berth a single-engined boat: Stern-to method explained
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How to leave a berth safely in a single-engined boat
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How to wakesurf: Getting to grips with this surprisingly accessible watersport
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VIDEO: How To – Back into a berth
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VIDEO: How To – Leave a berth using springs
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VIDEO: How To - Lasso a cleat
The ability to lasso a cleat can make coming alongside a lot safer and easier. Our step-by-step guide shows you how to do it
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VIDEO: How To - Use your bow thruster effectively
Our step-by-step guide shows you how to get the best from your bow thruster
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VIDEO: How To - Berth an IPS boat
Though berthing using a joystick is deemed easy, there are still some key techniques to employ when using IPS
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VIDEO: How To - Drive an IPS boat
In this two-part mini series we explain how to use IPS as smoothly as possible
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VIDEO: How To - Moor using one engine
We explain how to safely come alongside if you have lost an engine
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VIDEO: How To - Turn on one engine
Our step-by-step demonstration of what you need to do if you lose an engine and need to turn the boat around
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Video: How To – Berth single-handed
Leaving or arriving at at a berth is one of the biggest boating challenges. In this video we show you how to berth single-handed safely and easily
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VIDEO: How To - Use Pile Moorings
It may not be a manoeuvre you need all that often but it’s one that you need to know about should the situation arise. Here’s our step-by-step guide.
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VIDEO: How To - Raft up to another boat
One of the trickier manoeuvres you may encounter, we take you through the process step-by-step to nail it every time
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VIDEO: How To - Set Your Anchor
We guide you through the best techniques to ensure you are anchored safely and securely
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VIDEO: How To – Tie up your boat
The definitive guide on how to tie up your boat correctly
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VIDEO: How To - Leave a windy berth
One of the most daunting manoeuvres a motorboater can face – learn the best way to deal with leaving a berth in a crosswind
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VIDEO - How To: Helm in a beam sea
In our latest How To guide we demonstrate how to trim your boat if you are travelling in a beam sea
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VIDEO: How to - Move your boat sideways
The latest in our How To series shows you the best techniques for moving your boat towards or away from a pontoon sideways
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