See full version: Launching a Boat Without a Dock or Ramp (Step by Step)
More often than not, public waters (salt or fresh) will have some sort of established boat ramp. However, not all have a dock. That might not be such an issue for those with small aluminum boats but launching a large boat without a dock has the potential to cause serious damage if done wrong. Especially, when launching alone.
Most of the hassle is left behind when you build a mental checklist. Every boat, trailer and truck setup has different things to consider but here is our standard checklist for getting a boat ready for launch.
Ground clearance is limited by the height of your trailer axels. One of the worst things is burying your trailer axels in mud or catching a stump or branch on them.
This is more difficult because the wind gives you just a small window of opportunity to get your boat to the side of the dock, get out, and grab the ropes to control your boat. here
The reason you grab both lines before you step off the boat is because it’s way too easy for the front of your boat to swing out if you only have a rope controlling the back of the boat.
But don’t worry — in this video, you’ll learn exactly how to dock your boat like a pro in these tough conditions.
Grab both of the lines, step onto the dock, and tie off your boat. [links]
But thankfully, there’s a trick to make this a lot easier. here
After that, simply grab your boat rope and tie it off at the dock. more
This a rule of thumb for launching your boat by yourself or with the help of someone else. You want to have all your gear ready and loaded before backing your boat down the ramp.
Once you are free from the dock and have shoved the boat away from it, you want to slowly and steadily drive the boat up the trailer until the front is close enough to attach the winch to it. here
One of the most difficult parts about a solo fishing trip can be the part where you launch and load your boat by yourself.
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