Admit it: stainless steel is your favorite boat material.And why not? Stainless steel is very convenient. It’s highly
resistant to rusting, highly capable of handling plenty of exposure to water,
and even resistant to corrosion from acids. It’s one of the best materials on
earth for using in boats–and not only that, but it looks good while doing […]
True, it’s tough to admit when winter’s here. Winter means
cold, it means blistering winds, and it means difficult storage questions for
your boat. But sooner or later, even the most avid boaters who live in
cool-weather climates have to admit defeat.But when exactly is that going to be? Is it better to
stretch the fall season for as […]
Ask most people why they wax their boat and they’ll likely
tell you one thing: it looks better with wax on it. The same reasoning goes for
cars. But many people forget that waxing a boat isn’t just about appearances;
it’s about real benefits to maintenance and performance that you can’t have if
you ignore your boat’s hull.Don’t believe […]
If you’re a boat owner, then you know all about fiberglass.
It’s practically a requirement that comes with the purchase.And since maintaining and cleaning your fiberglass is so
central to maintaining the look and quality of your boat, it’s vexing when your
fiberglass doesn’t cooperate. Everything from simple stubborn stains to rust
stains and black streaks can make your […]
When’s the last time you took the time to consider what
makes one boat sealant better than another?Boat sealant, after all, tends to be inexpensive. It
doesn’t cost a lot to keep boat sealant handy—and as a consequence, many boat
owners simply buy the first boat sealant they come across. But there are a lot
of characteristics that can […]
There’s nothing like a brand-new boat. The vibrant colors,
the fresh gleam off of the fiberglass, the way the interior is spotless. Some
boat owners even swear by a “new boat smell” that’s impossible to preserve
throughout the life of their boat. It’s one of life’s special moments to take a
brand new boat out on the water for […]
You have a new boat, and like most boat owners, you want to
make sure that your boat maintains that “new” quality for as long as possible.
But how do you accomplish that feat without constant maintenance, or running
back and forth to the store for the right boat cleaning and maintenance
products?Simple: you prepare. You get the right […]
Ask someone who’s purchased a boat before, and they’ll
likely tell you: boats are not investments. Boats require tremendous amounts of time and energy, and
are the best and sometimes only way to enjoy the water…but as investments? Most
casual investors will want to stick to mutual funds.But this doesn’t mean every boat is a complete money pit,
either. […]
The dog days of summer have arrived, and for many boaters
that means it’s a last-chance opportunity to get some quality boating time in
before Labor Day. Unfortunately, Mother Nature doesn’t always seem so keen on
the idea. With the hottest days of summer come plenty of damaging sun, an
increased risk of heat stroke, and a variety of […]
We know, we know: if you’ve already bought a boat, chances
are that you enjoy the water enough that you already know a few things about
fishing. But you’d be surprised at how many people go into fishing with a blind
eye, simply bringing out some rods and some basic baits, never putting any
thought into how you’re going […]
