How To Launch A Boat At A Ramp - Basic Boating Tips
6In this video Ryan McVinney with Boat Trader and Captain Jeff Lagrew with America's Boating Club explain how to launch a boat at a ramp, providing some basic boating tips for new boaters learning how to drive a boat. From preparing the boat for launching and backing down the ramp while using your mirrors to trailer a boat in reverse safely, to unhooking the boat and starting the engine, this educational video tutorial explains everything new boaters need to know about getting a boat in the water.
Top mistakes when launching a boat and how to avoid them are covered by the two boaters, including not forgetting to install the drain plug or turn on the battery to ensuring your lanyard kill switch is properly attached and making sure your engine is in the water before turning the ignition and powering up the motor. The boat used in this video is a beautiful 2022 Four Winns H4 runabout provided by Intermarine in Pompano Beach, a great Florida boat dealer.
Content:
0:00 Intro
0:25 Unhooking The Boat From A Trailer
0:43 Wheel Chock And Emergency Brake
0:53 Boat Preparation And Trailer Safety Check
1:13 Disconnecting Trailer Lights
1:30 Inspecting Boat Ramp For Hazards
1:44 Engine Trim
1:50 Drain Plug Installation
2:10 Backing Down The Ramp - Trailering In Reverse
2:24 Engine Starting
2:32 Dock Lines
2:39 Tying Up And Clearing The Ramp
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