Articles On Ownership Tips
Boating Weather Forecasts: Reading Weather Reports
Marine Weather Forecasts Explained It wasn’t long ago when marine weather forecasts were provided through often unintelligible automated voices. Such reports would repeatedly broadcast basic weather details on VHF, providing...
Boat Warranties Explained | Complete Buyer’s Guide for 2026
What Extended Service Contracts Cover Coverage varies significantly between providers, making careful comparison essential before purchasing. Comprehensive plans typically protect engines, outdrives, transmissions, electrical systems, steering components, and fuel systems....
12 Boat Storage Options Compared (Pros, Cons, Costs)
Outdoor Storage If you store a vessel outside, it won’t have the best protection against sunlight, pests, severe weather, thieves or vandals. You may need to spend money on marine...
Smoothing the Waters: Financing Boat Maintenance
Beyond the Basics: Unveiling the Secrets of the Deep We’ll dive deeper than the average boat loan guide, uncovering the secrets lenders don’t always tell you: The hidden costs that...
Massachusetts Boat Registration Requirements
First things first Forget dry lists of documents and cryptic acronyms. Let’s talk about the real deal: securing your vessel’s official passport to Massachusetts waters. First things first, is your...
Essential Safety Gear Every Boater Should Have
Forget fancy coolers and Bluetooth speakers – let’s talk essentials, the silent heroes that stand between a blissful sunset cruise and a frantic SOS call. We’re not just ticking boxes...
Vermont Boat Registration Requirements
First things first Not all watercraft require registration in Vermont. Paddle power reigns supreme with canoes, kayaks, and non-motorized sailboats cruising registration-free. But the moment you introduce an engine, things...
Boat Insurance Coverage: Storm and Hurricane Damage
Does boat insurance cover hurricane damage? If your boat insurance policy has a physical damage coverage, it can cover the damages or replace your boat. Getting this kind of insurance...
How To Winterize Your Boat
Boat Winterization Basics When it comes to winterizing a boat, your thoughts might immediately turn to things such as fuel stabilizer, shrink wrap, tarps, garages, etc. Each of these boat...
How To Conserve Boat Fuel
Mind the Propeller The propeller is out of sight so it is also out of mind. However, the subtleties of your propeller matter a great deal in conserving fuel. A...
