5. In a tide-way give just sufficient to hold, no more, unless the
conditions of wind and sea oblige a long lead; then watch your hawse
when she shifts tides.
6. When getting underway in a strong wind, do not shorten too much
before everything is ready aloft; same when surrounded by other vessels.
7. Be sure when you make fast, that you make fast. Always weather-bit
your hawser before turning in. Don't make fast over an old set of
turns when you shorten hawse. Always keep your riding-bits clear of
everything but the hawser.
8. Always examine the gear before leaving the yacht or turning in. If
she is riding hard, feel if she is fast or dragging.
9. Keep your hawsers or chains leading free of the bowsprit rigging.
Look out for chafing and freshen the hawse frequently.