How To Raft Your Tender

Rafting Your Tender Comfortably

Rafting your tender (a small boat used for transportation between a larger vessel and shore) comfortably can be important for safety and convenience. Here are some tips to help you do it effectively:

• Choose a good location: When rafting your tender, choose a location that provides good shelter from wind, waves, and current. It should also be a location that is safe to access, both from the water and from shore.
  
  
• Use appropriate fenders: Make sure your tender has appropriate fenders to prevent damage to both the tender and the larger vessel. Fenders should be placed between the two vessels to prevent them from rubbing against each other.
  
  
• Secure lines correctly: Use appropriate lines to secure the tender to the larger vessel. Lines should be long enough to accommodate changes in tide and should be tied securely to both the tender and the larger vessel.
  
  
• Balance the load: Make sure the weight of the tender is evenly distributed to avoid tipping or rocking. If necessary, adjust the position of gear or passengers in the tender to balance the load.
  
  
• Check lines and fenders regularly: Periodically check the lines and fenders to ensure they are secure and in good condition. If necessary, adjust or replace them to prevent damage to the boats.
  
  
• Rafting your tender comfortably requires planning, preparation, and attention to detail. By following these tips, you can ensure a safe and convenient rafting experience.

In the following video, we watch Brendon Grieve from Motoryachts Unlimited as he explains how to raft up a tender alongside another vessel.  After forging a career spanning three decades working in the luxury end of recreational boating, Brendon decided to put his experience into his own business hence, Motoryachts Unlimited was established.  As a well respected member of the marine industry, during this time Brendon was able to grow a vast network of business partners both locally and internationally.