Another great tip is to ensure you have called ahead to determine port ir starboard side tie up and ready your boat lots in advance ..... also be ready to change them quickly if the dock staff change their minds ... Remember a very fast scramble at the sopers fuel dock one trip when we went from port to starboard side tie up in 5 minutes . Your crew needs to be able to change fenders and lines quickly as needed ... And don't be afraid to tell the dock staff in advance hen you call that you will need assistance to secure . Not all dock staff are created equal. The boys st Leverick for example are incredible , others not as reliable