The best practices for mooring, docking, and other boating-related tasks, as well as advice on product selection, troubleshooting, and maintenance, are all readily available. With these answers, we want to alleviate any concerns you may have before, during, or after your boating adventure.
Planning to go to a fiesta in Cuba and drown yourself in its culture of cigars, rum, music, and all? Should you decide to travel by water, know that the time it takes depends on the boat’s type. How long is a boat ride from Miami to Cuba for ferries? Expect the trip to last …
Drowning, physical trauma, dehydration, and hypothermia — capsized boats expose you to these risks, so you should never take such situations lightly. Knowing how to float already goes a long way in keeping yourself safe. So what is the safest way to float if your small craft capsizes? Wearing a personal floatation device remains the …
Knowing the right questions to ask before buying a boat can mean the difference between ending up with a great investment or the exact opposite. Widening your view is crucial when considering what to ask yourself and the prospective seller. It also takes anticipating future hurdles you may encounter. At best, the vital questions can …
Building a boat dock gives you many benefits such as avoiding marina traffic to secure your boat, relaxing, fishing, and even swimming. A dock building project can be a little costly initially, but it will save you money in the long run. Please stick with me because I will provide you with the basic steps …
Has the sea and boating life started calling you lately? Even if you’re a sailor at heart, it’s understandable that you can get a little lost when selecting your first vessel. Naturally, one of the questions that pop up is “What to look for when buying a used boat?” In short, keep these things in …
You’re sailing merrily along with your trusty small vessel. Suddenly, a strong gust of wind causes your boat to heel and ultimately lose its balance. For novice boaters, capsizing can be a nerve-racking experience. It’s only right that you should know the best answers to “What should you do if your small open boat capsizes?” …
Alcohol is the life of the party and many will find it boring to be without it. However, driving under the influence (DUI) is a big problem for operating any vehicle. What amount of alcohol consumed while boating is dangerous? A BAC of 0.08%g/dL is the legal limit for boating, while recognizable effects begin with …
A reliable knot is important in boating; one that is strong and holds well against high tension and a lot of movement is ideal. The Anchor bend knot, also called the anchor hitch or fisherman’s bend, can meet those critical conditions, making it the best knot to tie an anchor. Today we’ll go over how …
Casting decks on aluminum boats are a frequent DIY project since they are useful for a better fishing experience. You’ll be surprised at how much having one on board can affect your trip. With this guide, you will learn how to build a casting deck in an aluminum boat. If this is your first casting …
Boat shoes are ideal footwear when you’re on deck, but they also have a reputation for being difficult to use, mainly due to leather laces that are complicated to tie. Knowing how to tie leather laces is essential, both from a practical and a fashion standpoint. We’ll take a look at a few reliable ways …