Towing a Boat

Originally posted by hollandsd

   Take corners wider and slower than usual, don't be afraid to straddle both lanes if its a tight corner at traffic lights.
Remember to leave about 20 ft further than you usually would do when overtaking, and if you get flashed in SAY THANKS! Few flashes of your hazards, or right/left/right indicate.
Leave more room to stop, and remember that you are a magnet for idiots the SECOND the hitch touches your towball!
Check your lights, and make sure your board has the minimum legal things (WORKING brake and indicator lights, and a RED reflector. (Triangular i think for legality) ) Check they work every time you hitch up.
Find an industrial estate near you, go one evening with the boat on the back, and find an empty yard. Lots of reversing practice. Compound reversing around walls is easier than it looks! But of course, don't be afraid to unhitch if you need to. It may look good if you get it right, but when you dont, you will look like an idiot! (If in doubt - GOAL .. Get Out And Look! )
Good luck, Let us know how it goes!!
Edit - Oh, and remember whatever you are towing, its your responsibility to make sure its SAFE. If something comes of, its an endorsable and fine'able offence!!
(You wouldn't think I've been driving for only 6 months ... )

Edited by Villan