One of the most obvious activities you can do while boating is fishing. It doesn’t matter whether you like to go on relaxing cruises along the lake or a full-blown adventure in the sea. Fishing is always a great pastime. And if you go with friends, it’s a great bonding activity. If you ask me,...
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Boat Equipment and Supplies to Prepare for Boating Season
Captain Rob shares his list of boat equipment and supplies you may need for the upcoming boating season (with a few items you may not have thought about!) You winterized your boat and you probably had her hauled out for winter storage. What to do now in the off-season? Yes, you can plan your summer...
Spring Boat Commissioning: 8 Mistakes for Boaters to Avoid
Commissioning your boat at the start of boating season requires a lot more than removing your boat cover and slapping on some bottom paint. In fact, proper spring boat commissioning can make a big difference in the safety and longevity of your boat. From minor nuisance mistakes that can cause you a lot of aggravation, to...
How to Create and Use Good Checklists for Your Boat
As a person of a certain age, I have come to appreciate the value of lists. However, the attraction is not new. When I began my flight training in the early 1980’s, there were checklists for pre-flight activities, pre-departure, entering a Terminal Control Area, landing, securing the aircraft, and on and on and on. When...
Hope Boating or Know Boating – Which Type of Boater are You?
Are you a boater that hopes for the best, or a knowledge boater prepared for the unexpected? If you don’t know the systems on your boat; if you aren’t sure of the condition of your systems; if you rely on the reliability built in by your boat manufacture then restrict your boating to nice weather...
What to Know When Purchasing a Wakeboard Rack
How to chose the best wakeboard storage rack equipment for your boat When you want wakeboard racks for boats, your choices are practically endless. The main purpose of a rack is storage or organization for your equipment, but there are different features of racks depending on your needs and your boat. If you are looking to...