Your first boat ride of the season is a shakedown cruise that gives you a chance to make sure there are no problems before bigger boat trips Ready to go on your first big boat trip of boating season? You better make sure you have a shakedown cruise first! What is a shakedown cruise? Your...
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How Often Should I Service My Outboard Motor?
Long story short: It depends on a number of factors for frequency of outboard motor service SPONSORED POST Based on our major service operations in Naples, Florida and more than a hundred years of combined industry experience, PartsVu has assembled a team of experts with the relevant training and experience you need to make the...
4 Tips for Keeping Your Boat Clean
Trying to keep your boat clean is a never-ending job, but following these 4 tips will make it a little bit easier Whether you live on your boat or just enjoy being on it as much as possible, keeping your boat clean is often easier said than done. Saltwater, spills, stains, grease, dirt, and almost...
Boat Services and Boater Happiness on Demand
Nathan Heber’s boating technology startup Boatyard ensures boaters can get on-demand on-water services that improve on-water happiness Anchors Aweigh is a podcast for all boaters, from aspiring to experienced. Featuring in-depth conversations with boating experts and industry leaders, and packed full of tips, tricks, gear, and industry info, boaters of all levels will come away with...
Peace of Mind on the Water with Kristen Frohnhoefer
Sea Tow’s president shares tips to keep your boat working (so you don’t need a tow!), boating safety and more in Anchors Aweigh boating podcast Anchors Aweigh is a podcast for all boaters, from aspiring to experienced. Featuring in-depth conversations with boating experts and industry leaders, and packed full of tips, tricks, gear, and industry info,...
How to Install a New Shower Sump Pump on Your Boat
A step-by-step installation of a shower sump pump replacement project on a boat [FULL VIDEO] Last time I discussed some basic ideas on planning your winter maintenance chores and conducting a walk around inspection of your boat when you first visit her after she has been hauled and blocked. In this article, I will get...
How to Find A Reliable Boat
You cannot buy a reliable boat, but you can buy, configure and operate a reliable boat. It is up to the Boat owner/operator to make sure everything has been done to increase the chances to getting where you are going and back again, safely, without a tow. Whenever Navy Captains go to sea they know...