Guard Against the Dangers of Boating Boating is one of the most enjoyable outdoor activities for people of all ages. Over time, boating has evolved into a safer activity, however much work still needs to be done in terms of safety education. Many recreational boaters make the mistake of assuming they can beat the odds, but without proper preparation this may not be the case.WeatherCareful consideration must be taken when...more
How to Choose the Best Boating Stereo System By choosing a quality marine stereo system you can have a longer life and better performance from your boating stereo systems in a wet environment. The difference is to buy a stereo system that is coated to withstand moisture, salt, air and UV light. So how can you find the right boating stereo system for your boat? By following the next few tips. First you need to consider any...more
Carefully Choosing the Right Prop for Your Boat It is important that you choose the right engine or prop for your boat if you want it to operate at the manufacturer's maximum recommended engine RPM and if you want something suitable to the type of boating you do. If you have an engine that doesn't reach the recommended RPM when at full throttle then you will be getting an over propped condition which leads to lugging. Placing this much strain on the engine can lead to damage. If an engine goes beyond the recommended RPM then it will experience higher than normal wear. This is why selecting the right propeller is important in the performance of your boat. The following tips will help you to choose the right prop for your boat. When it comes to boat propellers they are often described by the diameter and pitch. If you have a smaller engine or boat you will generally want a smaller diameter prop. If you have a lower pitch on your prop then you will have greater acceleration and pulling power. A higher pitch prop will make your boat go faster but only if the engine has enough power to keep the RPMs at their optimum range. So make sure you select a prop size or...more
Doing Repairs on Your Aluminum Boat There are many important factors to consider when it comes to dealing with an aluminum boat repair. Most importantly is the factor that there are a number of problems that can occur to an aluminum boat that will require fixing. First you need to narrow down the problems in order to figure out what...more
Fly Fishing with a Pontoon Fishing Boat When it comes to fly fishing, pontoon boats are an excellent choice. Many have a wrong impression of pontoon boats. When you hear that word you may be thinking of the huge party boats that clutter lakes or the small kinds with peddles. However, there are other pontoon boats that are designed...more
What You Need Pack Before Sailing? When going out on the water, you want to make sure you're prepared. Nothing is worse than leaving the dock and then having to turn back around after you've forgotten something important. Remember, in a dinghy (or if your keelboat looks like a really wet ride), you may want to leave the gear bag ashore. Use the following checklist to make sure you have everything you need in your gear bag:A life jacket for each person.Jacket or foul-weather gear and/or a bathing suit and wool cap: Now you have all weather extremes covered. Nonslip, rubber-soled shoes: Don't go offshore without them. Sun stuff — sunglasses, hat, and sunscreen: The glare of sunlight (even on an overcast day) reflecting off the water and sails makes sun stuff essential. Make sure that you have a string or some sort of retainer for your sunglasses and your hat. We've proven beyond a doubt that sunglasses sink. An extra hat and pair of $5 sunglasses can make you very popular with your forgetful sailing friends. When we're going to be on the water all day, we put good sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher) on first thing in the morning, when we brush our...more
boat safety equipment checklist The following checklist of boating safety equipment is for a typical big keelboat around 30 to 50 feet (9 to 15 meters) in length, sailing in coastal waters (not across the ocean, but along it). Starred...more
House Boating No family vacation is quite as fun and interesting as a house boating vacation. If you are lucky enough to own a house boat, that's wonderful. However, most people can't afford the luxury of a house boat....more
Basics Of A Boating Course Boating is a great adventure on any type of boat and is being enjoyed by many on a daily basis, but with that comes a great responsibility. It is not mandatory to do a boating course at this time but there...more
A How To Guide For Caribbean Sailings There is something magical about chartering a boat and sailing the clear, turquoise blue waters of the Caribbean. There is no finer way to get a break and relax than to sail from island to island....more
Imagining Taking Your Own Boat To The Bahamas When you decide on Bahamas Yacht Charters you have over 500 miles of tropical waters to explore. The Bahamas is an archipelago that contains over 700 islands, so unless you have loads of...more
Cool Water Boats - How To Find A Customized Boat Just about all boats are produced on a production basis as this is the most cost-efficient means of manufacturing. There are just one set of molds and quite a few boats from which they...more