Boat ramp guides
Practical advice on launching, preparation, and choosing a ramp in Greece.
How to Launch a Boat on Your Own
A step-by-step solo launch guide from a real trip at Kyparissia in the Peloponnese: securing the trailer, starting the engine safely, and why the kill cord matters when nobody else is with you.
5 min read
What I Learned Watching Strangers at the Glyfada Boat Ramp
A first-person account of preparing for boating in Greece by watching weekend launches in Glyfada, and why the details around a ramp matter as much as the pin on the map.
4 min read
10 Common Boat Ramp Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Avoid common boat ramp mistakes with practical advice on preparation, access, communication, trailer parking, and planning your return.
6 min read
Before You Reach the Boat Ramp: A Launch Preparation Checklist
Prepare for your next boat launch with a practical checklist covering your trailer, equipment, ramp access, crew, parking, and return plan.
8 min read
How to Choose a Boat Ramp for Your Boat and Trailer
Find a boat ramp that suits your boat, trailer, and towing vehicle. Compare access, ramp condition, parking, weather exposure, and retrieval options.
7 min read