Several factors influence a boat's responsiveness to changes in direction during close-quarters manoeuvres and its ability to hold stationary to complete manoeuvres. The skipper and crew must understand these factors to safely and confidently handle various boat handling scenarios, such as picking up a mooring, anchoring, and docking. In this episode, we walk you through the steps to identify your vessel's unique handling characteristics, making boat handling look like a walk in the park! Learn more about the Online Skipper Course here >