I thought it would be of interest to write this article about the history of the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race as It's one of the most famous boat races in the world and is one of England's greatest sporting Icon competition's.The event generally known as "The Boat Race" is a rowing race in England between the Oxford University Boat Club and the Cambridge University Boat Club. The teams comprised of Eight rowers in...more
Antifoulant Paints - How They WorkAntifouling paint keeps marine growth such as barnacles, mussels and sometimes oysters, and plant growth from attaching to your sailboat, trawler or motor yacht. Most antifouling paints use the dispersion of metals within the paint to halt these foul critters from bonding. Copper (cuprous oxide) and tributyl tin are 2 metals that have proven to be successful as biocides, but tin, banned worldwide on ship hulls...more
When you think of shipping vehicles, you probably think of cars. We've all seen the big transport trailers loaded up with cars, but what about boat transportation or motorcycle shipping? These are a couple of things that people frequently need to move, as well and most transport companies will be able to handle them, too. Boat TransportationMost of the time, boats are hauled behind a car or truck, but if you're going to be shipping your car, or don't want to haul a boat for thousands of miles across the country, you'll need another method. This is actually not that difficult. Talk to your auto shipping company to see if they can accommodate boats. Not every company has the equipment necessary, so check this ahead of time. It's usually easier to ship your car and your boat with the same company, so make sure the one you want to use for your other vehicles is also ready to take the boat. The company will need special equipment to take the boat. They may be able to fit it into an enclosed trailer, or it may be placed on the regular open trailer, depending on space and equipment. You should make sure you have a tarp to cover the boat and keep out dust and...more
Now, if you have read any of my other articles on boat building designs, you will have seen that I rate high quality boat plans at the top of the list for the amateur boat builder. However, today you'll be shocked to see me going off plan (well, at least a little bit!). Don't get me wrong, I stand by what I've said...more
Repo auctions are great places to find cheap boats for sale. It is a matter of luck to find a good quality boat in repo auctions. But it is possible only if you know the right places to look. The newspapers are full of auction dates and are very good places to tell you where to look for such auctions.Getting a good deal in such an auction is like a...more
What are repossessed boats? These boats are the ones that are often bank seized and liquidated by lenders and are auctioned at really low prices! If you are thinking that these repo boats might be old, ill-maintained ones, then no, these auction houses offer profitable discount rates on such models that are newer or even latest. All you need to do is keep a tab of such discounts and get hold of the boat you wanna buy. Read on and youll be amazed by beneficial deals.Seal the DealIf you always wanted to have one for yourself but couldnt then here is your chance, these repo boats come in prices that are even 50 percent lower its original price and can get you up to 75% savings which would not have been possible otherwise! These boats are basically bank or other financial organization repossessed, when the case is that its original buyer could not pay off all his monthly dues but has paid the downright amount to the bank.When he fails to cope with the pay that is valid within the time period of his boat purchase, the bank takes it off him. There comes the auction where the bank sells it off at the remaining price the actual owner failed to pay. And here is what you have to search for...more
For some the thought of Texas conjures up images of barren landscapes and open spaces. However, you may be surprised to know that the Lone Star State has plenty of options for water lovers. Austin, Texas, is home to three popular lakes,...more
Many people use boats or caravans for their holidays or for their lifestyle once they have retired. They may keep the caravan in the back shed and hitch it up whenever they feel the urge for some holiday fun. Or maybe they have a boat...more
Chobe National Park is probably Botswana's next most well known conservation area. A diverse area, the Park is best known for its concentrations of elephant – some 120 000 individuals, along with good numbers of buffalo, antelope...more
What better way to enjoy your summer vacations than to spend it with family and friends amid the cool and refreshing water of Lake Travis? Lake Travis in Austin, Texas, boasts a rich history. Constructed in 1942 as a reservoir for the...more
Before picking a fishing boat it's important that you identify what you need from such a boat. There are actually a number of different kinds of fishing boats to pick from that offer different performance, and which can aid you in different ways...more
Just like every other thing you possess, at some point of time even boats will be worn out, and they need to be disposed off. Proper boat disposal is part and parcel of clean boating practices! So, why should we concern ourselves with the proper...more