Complete Guide to Prepare Your Boat for Winter As the days get shorter and the temperatures get lower, many boat owners decide it’s time to call it quits on the summer boating season. Although we’d rather be out on the water all year round, the changes in the seasons often dictate that we spend little, if any, time on our …
Life Jackets for Kids | Ultimate Guide
Guide to Life Jackets for Children A quality life jacket is one of the most important pieces of safety equipment you can have with you when you’re out on the water. While many adults choose not to wear a life jacket at all times for a variety of reasons, when you have children aboard your vessel, it’s important to ensure …
What is the Best Boat Cover for Your Boat?
Boat Covers – Complete Guide If you own your own boat, chances are pretty high that you’re interested in keeping it in good working condition. However, boats experience a lot of wear and tear throughout their lifetime that can make it difficult to keep your vessel looking new. Especially if your boat spends a lot of time in storage or …
Product Evaluation: Five Oceans Hot Dipped Galvanized Traditional Danforth Style Fluke Anchor
Five Oceans Hot Dipped Galvanized Traditional Danforth Style Fluke Anchor Review Are you tired of buying anchors that are not durable or don’t get the job done? If so, you should take a look at the Five Oceans Hot Dipped Galvanized Traditional Danforth Style Fluke Anchor. The anchor is protected from corrosion through the hot dip galvanizing process. It has …
Product Evaluation: Greenfield 516-RD Vinyl Coated Anchor-Red 16lb
The Greenfield 516-RD Vinyl Coated Anchor-Red 16lb Review River anchors are built for use in lakes and rivers with strong currents or drifts. Nice features to have in an anchor are a solid vinyl covering to protect your boat from scratches and other damage and to prevent corrosion. If you’re looking for an anchor with a secure hole on rivers, …
How long should your anchor line be?
All About Anchor Lines The line that you attach to your anchor, whether all nylon, all chain, or a combination of the two, is referred to as your anchor rode. Small boats usually carry their primary anchor on a combination nylon line and galvanized chain. Setting up the system requires answering some basic questions about the type of boat you’re …
How to Dock Your Boat Like a Pro
Docking Your Boat 101 Docking a boat seems easy until you do it a few times. A few gashes in your gel coat will make even the boldest of us will admit that it isn’t as easy as parking a car. But what exactly makes it so different? Docking your boat can be simple and look pretty cool if you …
How to Make a Rope to Chain Splice for Your Anchor
Rope to Chain Splicing: An Overview If you have a length of chain between your anchor and the rope, you’ll want to know how to make a splice connection. Many boaters use a shackle to connect the chain to their rope. If you have a windlass, the shackle won’t fit though the cylinder, so you’ll have to splice the rope …
Do I need an Anchor for my Boat?
Is an Anchor Required for a Recreational Boat Do I need an anchor for my boat? This is a question that many new boat owners often ask. Those with very little boating experience may often feel as though they do not need an anchor because they primarily drift or troll while out on the water. Some may think an anchor …
Best Pontoon Boat Anchors
Best Pontoon Boat Anchors Pontoon boats are one of the most popular boats today. You can take them on leisurely cruises, fishing, or an afternoon of water skiing and wakeboarding with your family. They also offer plenty of room for your extended family and friends for a day of fun in the sun. Their greater size makes them a little …