• Practice mooring in calm weather, and use large enough fenders.

• Always tow or be towed at a slow speed. Never exceed the hull speed of a displacement boat when being towed.

• When anchoring, make sure you anchor far enough from the shore, and a sufficiently long rope to get a good hold.

• Always lift and secure the anchor when you are not using it.

Your boat has several cleats to be used as strong points for mooring, towing and anchoring.

• When you tow another boat, use the aft cleats.

• When your boat is towed, use the bow cleats.

  Some boat models have a separate towing plate in the bow, which you can also use for towing your boat.

• Always use at least two cleats and big enough fenders when mooring at a dock to prevent the boat from moving and scraping against other boats or structures onshore.

• Do not exceed the breaking strength of the strong points. See Technical specification for details.

• Ensure that mooring lines, towing lines, anchor chains, anchor lines and anchors are adequate for the boat’s intended use. The lines or chains must not exceed 80 % of the breaking strength of the respective strong point. Preferably, use the towing and mooring lines provided in the mooring package of your boat. If you are unsure what kind of equipment to use, contact your Saxdor dealer.

• Always attach the lines so that they can be released when under load.

• Make sure your mooring lines and fenders are ready at hand for docking.

• Make sure the lines and chains don’t get tangled in the propeller.