That's a bummer, Andy. For what it's worth, I've been taking the opposite approach when hooked up near the pier. Rather than button down, I've kept it loose and, once they head away from trouble, I back off even more and let them lead the way. I'm finding I can almost direct them a little more with a softer drag. Whenever I tighten up and pull they just pull back harder. Of course, not sure this would help if they make a bee line for the pilings.
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