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How to Board a Keelboat

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Getting yourself onto a keelboat shouldn't pose much of a problem - if you take the right approach.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  1. Step 1

    Position the boat so that one side of its hull lies alongside a dock.

  2. Step 2

    Locate the shrouds.

  3. Step 3

    Angle the boat so that the shrouds are within your reach.

  4. Step 4

    Grab the upper shroud with the hand that's furthest from the cockpit.

  5. Step 5

    Place the corresponding foot on the hull. If the hull is more than a foot above the dock, you may want to balance the arch of your foot on the rail, rather than placing your foot flat on the deck.

  6. Step 6

    Pull yourself aboard.

  7. Step 7

    Find a handhold for your other hand, and grab it as you come onto the deck.

  8. Step 8

    Place your other foot on the edge of the deck.

  9. Step 9

    Step over the lifelines, if the boat is so equipped, and onto the deck.

Tips & Warnings
  • You may need to try boarding larger boats more than once. Be prepared to step back onto the dock if your first attempt fails.
  • Lighter keelboats may tip somewhat under your weight. Be prepared.
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