A guaranteed safe return to the dock!
I get a great many emails from sailors telling me how using my stern bridle has made such a difference to their boating.
No need for shouting. No worry about coming alongside. Just a guaranteed smooth and stress free return to the dock for skipper and crew.
Boats are being built these days with ever increasing topsides – the distance from the deck or gunwhale to the water – and frankly I will twist, sprain or break my ankle if trying to get off any of the modern boats in a hurry. So I don’t.
I use a stern bridle from on board to return to dock. Read my blog to find out how & try it for yourself.
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