Thanks for all the replies. The strategies that were described are
the same that I use for launching my 14 footer. I'll just have to get
used to being on the crowded launches and working in traffic.

Thanks,

J

On 9 May 2006 12:10:28 -0700, wrote:


JimmyG wrote:
I"m really close to upgrading to a 17 ft G3 aluminum boat with a 60 HP
Yamaha from my 14 ft johnboat with 8 HP evinrude. I have not been
able to identify any devoted fishing buddies (yet), so I usually fish
alone. When launching and landing the boat, I seek out very small
ramps that are less crowded. Most of these don't have docks, so I
just drag my boat on the bank. I'm thinking that I'll have to start
using the deeper water ramps now and they are sure to be crowded. Any
advice for the solo launcher?