Now that I look back on the 'crash' i wish i had gotten off the boat and taken a photo from the dock across the way. At the time i was just trying to 'keep it together' and relax, catch my breath and plan for the 'do-over' to insure i didnt crash twice... With the tide going out and the Indian River flowing, it made for quite a push to sling me into the dock poles. It was a Christmas Miracle that i didnt hit either boat beside me. (Embarrassing? Yes! Tragic? No.) No blood, no foul.
I've added these photos to allow you to more clearly visualize how i slammed into the dock pilings. When i couldnt make the turn into the slip, between the poles, the water pushed me into them.
I hope you are safely tied to a floating dock and that
your 'home' is ready for Hurricane Season!
gotta run finish prepping mine! -Skip
