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06/12/2025

🪢 How to Tie a Cleat Hitch (And Save Your Dignity at the Dock)

⚓️ Public Service Announcement for Boaters Everywhere ⚓️
Tying a proper cleat hitch is not a party trick. It’s not optional. It’s not "just how Grandpa showed you." It’s how you keep your boat from drifting into someone else's retirement fund.
So let’s all learn the right way and stop offending the dock gods, shall we?

📸 Step-by-Step: The Cleat Hitch

📷 Step 1: Wrap Around the Base
Caption: “Start with a nice wrap under the horns. Not around one side. Not a figure-8 disaster. Just a clean, single loop UNDER the cleat. Like you're civilized.”

📷 Step 2: Make a Figure 8
Caption: “Now do a classy figure 8 over both horns. You’re not threading a shoelace through a squirrel. Keep it tidy.”

📷 Step 3: Flip and Tuck (The Money Move)
Caption: “Here's where the amateurs panic. Flip a loop in the line, twist it, and drop it on the horn like you meant to do that. That locking hitch is what keeps your boat at the dock, not wishful thinking.”

📷 Step 4: Admire Your Work
Caption: “If it looks like a lobster trap exploded on the cleat, start over. If it looks like a sailor did it? Well done. Grab a beer and judge others.”

Common Mistakes (AKA “How to Lose a Boat”)
🚫 Ball of spaghetti – This isn’t a pasta contest.
🚫 No locking hitch – You’re not done until it’s locked.
🚫 Tying knots around one horn – This is not a coat rack.

Final Thought:
If you tie a cleat hitch wrong, your boat might float off.....but your shame will remain tied to the dock forever.

🧼 Let’s keep it clean. Let’s keep it tight. Let’s tie that cleat right. 🪢

06/07/2025

☀️ SUMMERTIME BOAT CARE TIPS FROM THE PROS ☀️
Boating season is here, and there's nothing better than hitting the water with a clean, sharp-looking vessel. Here are a few quick tips to keep your boat looking its best all summer long:

🚤 Rinse After Every Ride
Salt is a preservative but not for metal🤔
Salt, sun, and grime can wear down your gelcoat fast. A fresh water rinse after every outing helps prevent buildup and corrosion—especially on metal and glass!

🧽 UV Protection Is Key
Just like your skin, your boat needs sunscreen. A quality wax or ceramic coating adds a protective layer that keeps your finish glossy and helps prevent fading and oxidation.

🧼 Don’t Skip the Interior
Vinyl seats, electronics, and storage areas take a beating during summer. Clean and condition your vinyl regularly, and keep compartments dry to avoid mildew.

💦 Detailing Makes a Difference
Routine professional detailing keeps your boat in top shape and protects your investment. From oxidation removal to full interior/exterior treatments—we’ve got you covered.

📅 Whether you need a deep clean or a seasonal refresh, give us a shout and let’s get your boat shining like new.

👉 DM us to schedule or call/text 863-738-2104

05/29/2025

Family owned and operated since 2012, Captain Hugh and Crew has proudly served the Emerald Coast with top-tier yacht management and marine services. Specializing in boat detailing, maintenance, and washing, we offer both one-time services and convenient monthly maintenance plans tailored to your vessel's needs. With over a decade of trusted experience, our crew treats every boat like our own—ensuring it stays clean, seaworthy, and ready for your next adventure.