The last 50 feet coming back to the dock or slip are the most stressful part of boating for way too many boaters who may need to top up their […]
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Last week, we invited two long time non-boater friends to join us for a cruise aboard our 30’ “Windy”, anchor for lunch and a swim. The weather was partly cloudy,
Guests Aboard are not Mind Readers Read More »
When coming into your slip to dock, do questions like this race through your mind? For a high percentage of boaters, the last few feet when docking cause anxiety, panic
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“OMG” she thought as her dad was bringing the boat into the dock after a beautiful fun-filled day on the water. Terror and fear filled her being as she raced
Finally, some sun and warmer weather to enjoy our boats. We’ve had so many gray, overcast days lately. But, now with most boats launched and being provisioned for summer recreation,
Put Joy into your docking! Read More »
Get Ready This is the time of year to add a Boat Show visit to your calendar to take part in the excitement of all the new boats and accessories,
Who is REALLY at the Wheel? Read More »
for the Boater on Your Christmas List? Merry Christmas from us on our boat to you on yours. Christmas is coming, Is there someone you’ve missed? Do you need one
Need a last minute gift? Read More »
When you are finalizing docking in your slip, can you see when to stop? Some main walkways or walls at the front end of some slips are quite low (brown
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How many do I need? Where should I hang them? Should all the fenders be on my boat? On my dock? Both? Should I remove and stow them when cruising?
Fenders – Where to Hang Them Read More »
What do you do, when docking in your slip would be too challenging in a really heavy wind? Do you cross your fingers and hope for the best? Do you
Before a single handed docking in heavy wind….. Read More »
Fritz (alias) has always been even tempered with family and work associates; but, when under the pressure of returning his boat to the dock, Fritz gets frazzled and super uptight.
Have you ever wondered why docking your power boat is so darned difficult? Well, there are about 15 legit reasons why. The good news is, you can learn to outmaneuver
Outmaneuver Your Boat Read More »
