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Avoid Launch Embarrassment

May 10, 2018 / Lifestyle / Launch

When you execute a flawless performance launching your boat, you turn to bow to the crowd watching, only to find there is no one there; but the slightest screw up […]

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Is Your Canvas Ready for Spring?

April 17, 2018 / Lifestyle / Canvas

Last fall, when you put your boat to bed for the winter, you were diligent, planned ahead and you cleaned your canvas getting rid of all the bugs, dirt and

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Dock Helpers – No Help

April 16, 2018 / Lifestyle / Docking

Every time, we all hope for a pleasant docking, but it doesn’t always happen that way. Quite often, boaters depend on dock helpers when they come into a new harbor;

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Use the Wheel to Dock a Twin?

April 8, 2018 / Boating 101 / Docking

“To Be or Not to Be— That is the Question“. William Shakespeare knew there was a difference. But, for boaters with Twins, “To Wheel or Not to Wheel—That is the

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Now is Knot Time

March 21, 2018 / Lifestyle / Knots

Now is a good time for you and your whole crew to brush up on your knot tying skills, to be ready for the boating season. If you don’t use

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A Collision at Sea

March 21, 2018 / Lifestyle / Safety

A collision at sea can be catastrophic! A collision in the harbor may not be as catastrophic, but it can not only cause serious damage; but also be extremely embarrassing.

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Boating Outlook is Positive

March 15, 2018 / Lifestyle

Back in the 1960’s, Boat Shows were dominated by sailboats displayed with sails up. Some power boats made up a small part of the Shows. Over the decades that followed,

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Your Boat Show Experience

February 21, 2018 / Lifestyle / Boat Show

This time of the year, boaters flock to Boat Shows to see the latest and greatest boat models, accessories and all things boating. Organizers not only plan, market and display

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Does Size Matter?

February 18, 2018 / Boating 101 / Measuring

Boats come in all shapes and sizes; but nothing is more confusing than the length of a boat. How long is it really? How do you measure? From what point

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How Big is it Really?

February 6, 2018 / Lifestyle

Knowing the actual “real” length of the boat you are about to buy, whether you are buying used/pre-owned or new, will arm you with excellent valuable information in the boat

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40 Million Kidde Fire Extinguishers Recalled

November 14, 2017 / Lifestyle / Safety

More than 40 Million Kidde Fire Extinguishers have been recalled. This is important information for boaters who count on their Fire Extinguishers to work if they ever need them. The American

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Turn the Water Off

September 13, 2017 / Lifestyle

We are well into September and the boating season is quickly coming to an end. So, Brenda and I squeeze in as many days as we can over September and

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