Sailing yachts and motor boats are complicated pieces of machinery and at the same time they can prove to be both costly to purchase and maintain.If the vessel you are considering to purchase has had little or no regular maintenance you could find it costly to repair.Apart from the inherent safety considerations of your family and crew there may also be insurance ramifications.Depending on the age of the vessel it may also adversely effect your...more
One of the greatest pleasures of owning a boat and sailing is the process of working on and maintaining your boat. Many boat owners wish to take this process another step further in designing and building their own custom boat. No matter your expertise, with the right materials and information, not to mention plenty of time for such an involved hobby, even an amateur can build a wooden boat. However, before beginning such a project, it is very...more
Did you know - Norman Fletcher became the first Class III Off shore Champion in 1964.A very British history - Fletcher built his first boat in 1950 and from that time, the boat company became the largest producer of sports boats outside the United States. Totally fanatical about boats, Norman Fletcher invested in technology, research and design. It seemed that at every boat show there was a new model replacing and improving upon an existing model.Fletcher boats sold out to Hornby in the 1980s and SBS Trailers was awarded the exclusive contract to its supply trailers.Boat builder, Norman Fletcher, passed away aged 81.Did you know - Over the past forty years over 80,000 hulls have been sold all over the world?Boutique boats - One of the few mass production boat companies in the UK, almost everything is produced in house or sourced locally, and repairs can be carried out in the factory workshop. Fletcher believes it offers something different to its customers. With focus quality, it tailors each boat to customers requirements.Did you know - A number of Glastron's are used in the James Bond film Live and Let Die and Roger Moore became is huge a fan.The range - Arrowflyte 14GTO is...more
Having a boat is regarded as very prestigious and reflects a person's standing. Despite the fact that a boat provides entertainment and also living space, probably the most important element is its upkeep. Very good upkeep and attention will aid to keep the boat enduring for years. Waterproof boat covers tend to be the perfect gear to keep a boat...more
Wakeboarding is one of the sports done on the surface of the water. It is a fun adventure because of the ultimate experience and the constant rush of adrenaline that the wakeboarder will definitely feel. It is like snowboarding although that you will be doing it on a body of water and not in the snow. Setting up for wakeboarding requires you to...more
Boats must try to stay at least 300 feet away from a vessel displaying a divers' down flag at sea so divers won't be hurt by the boat. Divers must try to stay within 300 feet of the vessel displaying the flag for safety at sea. Boast must try to stay...more
Some investment prior to selling of the vessel would help you increase your used boat values. Though it might cost a few dollars, the investment is totally worthwhile.How To Resell A Used Boat By: Brianna Williams About the Author ...more
Capt Mac's School of Seamanship is leading in providing sailing assistance to individuals in Vancouver, BC. This professional sailing school provides sailing courses to make one a competent sailor and courses are divided into three types including...more
Before transporting a boat from one place to another, a lot of preparation is required. Some major preparations are described below:Dimensions are important when requesting a quote for boat transport. If you want to measure your boat, please follow...more
Houseboat Honeymoon Tour in Kerala By: Michael Hussy About the Author This article is written by Michael Hussy an eminent writer of travel and tourism related topics. Know more about Honeymoon Packages in Kerala and beautiful...more
Be bold and try fishing for the first time, or head out with your regular fishing buddies. Either way, a trip from Solomons Island with a Maryland Fishing Charter could land you the catch you have dreamed of. Work toward something newsworthy or a...more