Hauling or staying in?

[Billfish715]

It's always a tough call. So far, we're staying in. The tidal surge has not been mentioned or played up. The tides should be favorable at the time it comes through. Sandi gave us a direct hit. This one most likely will not. The sustained wind from Sandy caused lots of damage and forced water higher and farther up the rivers and bays and lagoons than any other storm.

We're going to adjust the storm lines and make sure the bilge pumps are working. We are also aware of the "lifting tides" that will eventually fall and perhaps strand even larger boats on finger docks once the tide goes out.

Sandy was an aberration. We've been through hurricanes before without any panic. Now, the sheer mention of the "H Word" has everyone scrambling.

Ask at your marina about what most captains are doing. Some insurance policies will pay for a hauling for preventative measures like a hurricane.