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.
Observing marine traffic is one of the safety measures that you have to learn when sailing. Accidents can happen and it’s the last thing that you never wanted from your water adventures. Hence, what should you do to avoid colliding with another boat? You have to know the rules of navigating a boat and the …
The first time I searched for new and used Pavati boats in marketplaces online, price tags of $250,000, $415,000, $525,000, etc. immediately greeted me. Naturally, much like you, “Why are Pavati boats so expensive?” crossed my mind. Upon further investigation, it’s mostly because the company doesn’t skimp on its materials and design. These all-aluminum wake …
Boat seat problems are one of the more overlooked issues boaters deal with. As such, I noticed a shortage of guides on how to replace boat seat pedestal bushing – a problem I had to deal with not too long ago. I made this guide precisely to address that by sharing what worked for me …
There are different types of vessels for different activities, and flat bottom boats are excellent for fishing and hunting. But what are small flat bottom boats prone to do and what should we look out for when hunting from a boat or fishing? Small flat-bottom boats are prone to capsizing and swamping, and many things …
If you’re looking for an excellent family-friendly boat that is also sleek and stylish, the bowrider is likely one you’ve come across. But what is a bowrider boat and what makes it special? The bowrider is characterized mainly by its open bow section that provides additional seating at the front of the boat. In this …
The more we learn about the various components and mechanisms boats integrate, the more we realize just how crucial the role of each one is. This could not ring truer once you learn about the different types of boat stabilizers and how they minimize rolling motion. Passive and active stabilizers all play a role …
Not all that see ‘SS’ on a boat can identify its meaning correctly in just a glance. The common interpretation of these letters is ‘steam ship’, which is not entirely wrong because it was popular in the past. So, what does SS stand for on a boat nowadays? It’s a ‘single-screw ship’ and this term …
Got a plywood boat that you’re just finishing up? Perhaps, you’re just doing a reseal of a used wooden boat? If you find yourself in the dark with regards to how to waterproof plywood for a boat, no worries, this guide has got your back. Whether you’re looking for the cheapest way to waterproof plywood …
We always hear about how drinking alcohol before or while operating a vessel or any vehicle should be avoided. It is even discouraged to drink while on a boat. But how does alcohol use affect boat operators and passengers? Having an amount of alcohol in your system can affect your judgment and sense of balance, …
The water can be a dangerous place because of how easy it is to lose your bearings. A body of water can be difficult to navigate safely, much like being out in a directionless desert or even a dark street at night. Fortunately, we have water markers to help us keep track of the necessary …