Slip Lines

Mooring lines arranged so both ends remain aboard and the vessel can release them without shore assistance.

A line is passed around a bollard, ring or suitable fitting ashore and returned to the vessel. When departing, one end is released and the other hauled in, allowing the line to slip around the shore fitting.

The running end must lead clear of knots, obstructions, propellers and people. Friction, fouling or a poor lead can prevent release, and the line should not be slipped under uncontrolled high load.