Kicker and Brace (adjusting during the push-out)
During the pushing out of the poles, the kicker and brace need to be adjusted to keep tension on the pole. The kicker is pulled in and the brace released as the pole goes forward. When the outboard end of the pole reaches the end of the bumpkin, both kicker and brace need to be released. When the pole is in the snotter, the brace is pulled in to bring the pole to the correct angle with the boat. When in position, both are tied off.