Why is the “Head” called a “Head”?
In “the olden days”, ships did not have bathrooms. As unclean as it may sound, their system worked for them at that time. Beyond the bow of the boat there …
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Undocking Disaster
Sometimes, you can learn to dock and handle your boat by watching, or asking another boater; BUT, only if they have a boat the same as yours, with the same …
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NEVER, NEVER, NEVER
Boating should not only be FUN, it should also be SAFE for the First Mate and crew. After all, this is a time for you and your family to escape …
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Twins are NOT Identical
Boaters who downsize their boat, experience more than just difference in size. Quite often, it involves a different drive system as well. A common misconception is that twins are twins …
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Docking a Twin with only One Engine
Many of us have driven a car with one flat tire, but how many have driven with two flat tires on the same side? That’s what it is like to …
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Surprise After Blizzard Rips Thru Marina
Severe winter storms with blizzards, snow and high winds are a recipe for tarp and shrink wrap damage on boats stored for the winter. One Monday in late February, all …
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Docking SHOULD be EASY
Yes, docking your boat should be EASY; but, so many boaters are challenged every time they approach or leave their dock or slip. There are so many variables to deal …
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Boat Buying Tip – Buy a Boat that FITS
With so many boats to choose from, it is easy for a new boat buyer to be overwhelmed, and as a result, buy a boat based on emotion and excitement …
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Boat Buying Tip – Choosing a Boat Dealer
There are so many differences between boats as well as Boat Dealers. Boat Shows provide an excellent opportunity to not only compare boats; but also, to compare Boat Dealers. With …
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Boat Buying Tip – Car vs Boat
Buying a Boat is Different Than Buying a Car VS Buying a car is easy You shop the local dealers, buy from one of them, take your car home and …
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Boat Shows are for YOU!
Another year has come and gone, while Boat Show organizers have masterfully been bringing together Boat Manufacturers, Marinas, Brokers, Dealers and Suppliers all under one roof to present their products …
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