Mooring your vessel

This policy is based on ensuring vessels are secured and safely moored to meet the weather conditions experienced at Wanaka Marina. We’ve put together a clear guide below so you can see how mooring is done right.

ROPE TYPE:

• Mooring lines including lines tied between pier and outer pole should be non-floating preferably polyester.

• Under no circumstances is polypropylene or polythene permitted.

• Nylon rope is permitted, but owners should be aware of the inherent stretch of nylon rope.

ROPE SIZE:

Boat length 6 -8m = Min 14-mm rope
Boat length 8-10.5m = Min 16-mm rope

ATTACHING LINES TO MARINA FITTINGS:

• Lines should be attached to the Marina using a spliced eye and cow hitch.

• No metal-to-metal fittings as these destroy the galvanized components in the Marina. 

• Do not attach lines directly to the Marina poles.

MOORING LINES:

Vessels must be secured to remain within the berth confines in all weather conditions:

• No vessel should extend over the pier or extend past the rear pole of the berth.

• Vessels should not contact the Marina structure or adjacent vessel.

• Use spring lines as shown in the examples below. Wanaka Marina is a high wind area and bow and stern lines on their own are often insufficient.

• No ropes are to be thrown across the main piers but can be left along the edge of the walkway. The use of “pickup” lines is  encouraged. 

• Do not shorten by tying knots. This reduces the strength of the line.

   

ROPE SUPPLY, SETUP & INSTALLATION

Marina Operations Manager, Craig Fahey can facilitate supply splicing and installation of custom mooring lines for your berth. Craig can be reached at 02108335771 or ops@wanakamarina.co.nz.