Steven Numbers 
Questions like, “The US Coast Guard considers personal watercraft what kind of boat?” gets asked by students and boat owners alike. I’ve decided to share the verified answer here for everyone’s reference. Since the USCG classifies vessels based on size, a PWC (personal watercraft) falls under the Class A category. They’re often run by a …
Let’s all admit it: doing a boat trailer VIN lookup only needlessly takes up your time. This is why I’ve made this compilation of the usual boat VIN location for folks asking, “Where is the VIN number on a boat trailer?” The best answer depends on the make and model, which is why I’ve …
Epoxy resin is a very useful material in many DIY projects. However, exposure to it can be harmful in a variety of ways. There are many things you need to know before using this polymer, such as what kind of gloves to use with epoxy. To be clear, latex and nitrile are considered the best …
Ranger Boats is a well-known manufacturer that offers top-tier products for a smooth ride even in rough water. That said, some people would like to know who owns Ranger Boats and where their plant is before making their purchase. During its over 50-year operation, Ranger Boats’ ownership has changed a few times. Currently, the company …
As boaters, we may not say it out loud, but we have an innate instinct to get the most out of our vessels. As much as possible, we don’t want our watercraft to get the short end of the stick in terms of speed, storage, efficiency, and, finally, stability. We want it to perfectly fit …
There are certain critical situations for any watercraft, be they personal boats or jet skis. Among situations where we need to be extra careful is when filling the fuel tank of our ride. Do you ever wonder how full should you fill the fuel tank on a PWC? In this article, we’ll take a look …
While boating sound signals are rarely used in everyday boating, it does pay to know them. They prove to be especially useful once the fog gets too thick, for example, or in any other scenario wherein visual signals aren’t as effective. Sound signals for boats can be produced either by horns or bells and depend …
If you’ve been in the boating industry for a while now, you probably already know that more people got interested in owning boats during the pandemic. Unfortunately, along with this rise came a deadly consequence: boating fatalities surged by more than 25% compared to 2019. In 2020, 80% of the fatalities occurred in small recreational …
“How do boat anchors work?” is a question any boat operator should know the correct answer to. It’s also a topic most of us are undoubtedly interested in, given the sheer uniqueness of watercraft and how their various contraptions work. An anchor works with its rode (usually composed of a chain and line of rope) …
Consider this scenario: You’re sailing along in open waters with minimal visibility (i.e. restricted view). Soon enough, your instincts start wondering “a sailboat is underway in the fog. What sound signal should you hear?” Assuming the one captaining the vessel is familiar with boating in fog signals, he or she should: Sound one prolonged blast …