Hi guys I’m new to boating just...

[jamiekent42]

Hi guys I’m new to boating just bought a Searay 230 Sundancer I think it’s a 1994 models just looking for some info of starting it in the water as currently on a trailer and looking to get it in the water thanks from a novice 

[wingless]

Welcome to the forum.

Good luck w/ your boat.

My suggestion is to read / follow / read again Chapman Piloting (Bible of Boating). Also take the Power Squad or the USCG boating course, family too.

There are lots of links for launching / operating. Here is one.

https://www.discoverboating.com/resources/boat-ramp-etiquette

Couple of points, ramps can be very slippery. Don't lose everything into the water. Garboard drain plug in / out at appropriate times. Practice backing skills if not already honed.

[wingless]

Also first launch at high tide will aid the novice.

[jamiekent42]

Thanks for that appreciate all the help have you any info on the best way to start a the searay 230 Sundancer

[wingless]

First time boater?

Get an experienced friend and listen to instructions w/ a grain of salt. Read, read, read and never stop learning.

My five prioritized boating rules:
1) Safety of those on board my boat
2) Safety of those on board other boats
3) Protection of my property
4) Protection of other property
5) Having fun