It's fairly obvious that when building your own boat, you will need the standard tools that you would expect to find in the average toolbox, like hammers, screwdrivers and maybe drills if you have them. Therefore, in this article I don't want to dwell on these and instead want to bring your attention some of the more specialist tools available and also raise some points you may not have otherwise thought of when thinking about boat...more
Wooden boat building is much more than just the necessity for commerce and trade it was in the past. The craftsmanship and care that goes into building a quality wooden sailboat has created a wide spread niche in the field for blue water veterans and hobbyists alike who share a love for finely crafted vessels. There are literally thousands of kits and plans available, many from noted naval architects and reputable engineers, from...more
Wood has been used to build boats since man first starting travelling by water. Wood boats are still used today, even though there are more resilient materials to use in these more modern times, wood is arguably the most beautiful material to build a boat from. The downside to using wood as a building material is its vulnerability to decay from water. For this reason, maintenance of a wooden boat is of absolute importance. Wood can be very durable if sealed properly and it is a very forgiving building material, so it is easy to work with and can be shaped into many shapes, so when it comes to wood boat repair it is something that can be taken on a lot easier than say fiberglass or aluminum. Tools for maintaining and repairing a wooden boat are much more readily available at most local general hardware stores, than other boat building materials, so it is something that can be taken on as a home project rather than needing to bring in costly specialist help. Wood is a beautiful material to work with and makes for beautiful boats, so if you have chosen to buy or build a wooden boat then you will want to take the necessary precautions to keep this boat in the best...more
The summertime is a time for getting away from it all. The open seas offer the best opportunity to do so. When you are out on the water in your boat fishing or stopping for a swim, you want a well maintained boat to call home, at least for a little while. Boat seats allow you to take off in comfort and style without any concern for...more
The slogan of Skeeter fishing boats is Engineered like No Other, and it is accurate. Having more than fifty years of expertise, this business has excelled in building high performance sportfishing motorboats. For those who have chosen a Skeeter boat, or are intending to purchase one, it's because you need power behind your fishing boat.Therefore,...more
If you want to bypass the hefty commission fees charged by boat and yacht brokers you may want to consider going to one of the buy owner sources. We have some like this in my local area but you can find numerous locations online such as eBay and iBoats.There is a large selection of vessels of all kinds and all sizes to be found online and you can buy them straight from the owner. This will also expose you to a wide variety of styles you may not have seen before.A couple of years ago I was looking around for a used fishing boat and really didn't like anything that I saw locally so I went online. I was amazed at the wide array of choices and was actually introduced to some boats I hadn't seen before that really caught my interest. That is also what got me into sailing, but that's another story.What is great about shopping online is that it instantly broadens you search and gives you access to thousands of boats all over. Whether you want to buy a boat or sell yours this is truly a great choice. After using the internet for my boating purchases as well as buying and selling cars and trucks online I wouldn't go back to conventional methods.No matter what site you choose...more
Before you even shop for a boat, really even before you consider buying a boat you should know what type of use you are buying it for. Is it a fishing boat or a pleasure boat? If it is for fishing, are you using it inshore or will you...more
Solar boat skipper and chief executive Raphael Domjan will be touring around the world with Gerard d'Aboville beginning in April to promote solar power and the sea transport's part in reducing global carbon emissions. The solar boat...more
Kerala is one of the most desired destinations for celebrating honeymoon. It offers unique opportunity to experience romance in the beautiful backwaters which consists of a complex network of brackish lagoons, lovely springs, silvery waterfalls, wee...more
(1888PressRelease) Budget savings and ahead-of-schedule progress by Hardin Construction Company on Windward Commons made other campus enhancements possible, including a 1,000-foot pedestrian walkway connecting the new parking lot to campus;...more
Two nautical charts are spread out on the nautical table. They showed these waters have yet to be surveyed. The captain relies on a heading of depth soundings. This is a new channel, one he's never sailed; although he's safely traveled the Antarctic...more
Are you still undecided on the kind of wedding you want to have? An outdoor wedding is one fun alternative that you can choose. Known for romantic and beautiful atmosphere, outdoor weddings can come in many different types. Whether you...more