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Old 09 February 2013, 19:52   #1
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First time out

So I finally picked up my (second hand) Avon adventurer on Thursday ( i know lots of you don't like them but it was within my budget and well maintained by prev owner) then did Pb lvl 2 in it Friday and today! Lunched from lymington slipway on both days after practising reversing the trailer a few times nearby! Still managed to screw it up but corrected by driving forwards and then back again a few time - was pleased there wasn't a queue for the slipway! Managed to end up in the folly at lunch time!

Then on the way back Solent was as flat as anything so had it up to top speed at 37knots against the tide

Second day of launching and recovery was better but still took multiple manoeuvres!

So if you see me down at lymington slipway struggling be kind and don't get angry at me! I found out that It looks easier than it is!
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Old 09 February 2013, 20:50   #2
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Good for you...as a fellow adventure owner...I'd say take all the joking with a large pinch of salt...especially on here :-)...

How big is yours......?
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Old 10 February 2013, 11:49   #3
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Old 10 February 2013, 13:00   #4
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I quite often have to go forward and back a few times to get the trailer straight - particularly when it is just the trailer as there is a bit at Lymington when it disappears from view. In the summer you get the dinghies, canoeists, small children paddling to contend with as well!
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Old 10 February 2013, 15:21   #5
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Yeah I thought it would get busy in the summer so I'm going to be doing it as much as poss before those busy months!

I'm hoping it gets easier with more practise!
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Did you get stung at the slipway for launching charges?
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Lunched from lymington slipway on both days after practising reversing the trailer a few times nearby! Still managed to screw it up but corrected by driving forwards and then back again a few time - was pleased there wasn't a queue for the slipway!
Simple trick: Place your hands at the bottom of the steering wheel. While watching your mirrors (or, if you must, looking over your shoulder), monitor the trailers' progress. Move your hands in the direction you want the trailer to start turning. It's the initial direction of steering that screws up most people backing a trailer, and this is a quick way to get it right.

As far as how much to cut the wheel, and when to counter the cut, that's just practice, so you'll get there.

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Did you get stung at the slipway for launching charges?
Yep unfortunately but I guess nothing in life is free
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Simple trick: Place your hands at the bottom of the steering wheel. While watching your mirrors (or, if you must, looking over your shoulder), monitor the trailers' progress. Move your hands in the direction you want the trailer to start turning. It's the initial direction of steering that screws up most people backing a trailer, and this is a quick way to get it right.

As far as how much to cut the wheel, and when to counter the cut, that's just practice, so you'll get there.

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Thanks for the handy tip will give it a go next time!
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Just be very careful of your speed in and out of lyminton.
all the way out to the jack in the basket marker...
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I know exactly how you feel, i was the same reversing the trailer. I started with the steering at the bottom but i found that it was hard to do so i was shown to steer the trailer by the top of the wheel. Look in your mirrors and if you see the trailer start to turn into the mirror then push your hand towards that mirror. If you use tiny corrections and take your time then you will succeed in a straight launch which makes you relaxed to enjoy your day. Never had a problem since.
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Old 03 March 2013, 19:44   #12
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Went out again yesterday this time I got it virtually perfect both in and out! Well pleased! Had a great time out with the wife and dog! His first time out on a boat his nose going ten to dozen!
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Old 03 March 2013, 20:29   #13
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Just a thought..... If you are intending using Lymington a lot then you can get a year pass
Last years prices were...(can't find this years yet)
£100 launch assisted by a vehicle,
For boats with 100hp or over £148
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Old 03 March 2013, 21:37   #14
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Thanks crusher yes will be launching from there all the time @ £12.50 a pop a £100 annual pass is well worth it
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Lymington Slip

I launch at Lymington a reasonable amount, and yes it is one of the more difficult reversing manoeuvres as you have to go over a 'hump' losing your reference points whilst reversing. So if you are getting it right now pat yourself on the back
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Greetings from a fellow Adventure 5.6 owner. Got mine last year, and had a few things to sort out on it, so I only got out a few times. I'm waiting for some warmer weather before venturing out, but hope to have a first run over Easter. I normally launch from Portsmouth.

Maybe see you on the water sometime.
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Don't worry about multiple manoeuvers, I been reversing 40+ ton wagons for 20+ years and still take a couple of atempts to get my boats in the water.
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Old 12 May 2013, 23:19   #18
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Just s little update getting more used to reversing with a 23ft lump on the back of the car, felt the car was under powered when towing plus I fancied a change so I bought a tiguan 4x4 and all I can say is wow what a difference the viability is awesome snd you cant even feel the weight when pulling up the slip
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£12.50 to launch a boat i hope that includes some very good parking for the day

Am I being daft thinking most public slipways are free to use ??
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