Don’t let the winter layoff spoil your first outing this year Avoid these 4 trailing problems and be ready for a great year on the lake!. By Chris Caswell, Boating World Magazine. BLACK TIRE MARKS THE SCENE: The long, cold winter has finally ended and you’ve hitched up early...
Courtesy of SavvyBoater A pontoon boat is great for fishing, family outings and parties. No longer looking as if they were built for your grandpa and his fishing buddies, today’s pontoon boats offer smooth rides and sleek finishes. The purchase of a pontoon boat can be a significant recreational...
Tips to help first-time wakesurfers get stoked. By Charles Plueddeman, Boating Magazine: My demo session with the WT-1 was also my first chance to try wakesurfing. Here’s what I learned. Don’t Use Ben Dorton’s Board It was like trying to ride a cafeteria tray. It’s only 3 feet 6...
There has been an immense rise in the popularity of the standup paddle boarding for the past few years. One of the major reasons is that it is really fun and easy to learn; also it is entertaining for people of all ages. This low impact paddle boarding helps...
Spring has sprung and for millions of boaters in the U.S. that means it’s time to take their lake boats out of winter storage and put them in the water. For many lakefront homeowners, annual preparation and cleaning projects are necessary rites of spring that help prevent problems that...
The most common considerations when choosing an inflatable kayak include the type of kayaking you plan to do (including solo vs. tandem), ease of transportation, and cost. Type of Kayaking Inflatable kayaks are available in a very wide range of designs, from recreational sit-on-top kayaks to performance oriented sit-in...
Kayaking offers a lifetime of varied benefits: It is forever rewarding. It can be relaxing. It is at times challenging. It is a fun social activity. Or it can be pursued solo. It is something you can spend a few hours enjoying. Or you can challenge yourself to an...
by RestorePontoon.com Freezing temperatures and icicles are perhaps the last things you think of when you think about your pontoon boat. Nevertheless, it’s important to prepare your pontoon boat for the worst of the winter months so that you can be worry and hassle-free when the spring thaw arrives....
Finding the “One.” by DiscoverBoating.com Discovering the perfect boat is right up there with finding your best friend. It’s a relationship that always comes up aces when you’re together. Want to feel like a kid in a candy store? Check out our extensive list of watercraft, from PWCs to...
If you enjoy boating, there’s no reason not to take your dog with you. After all, dogs love going places with their owners. Safety is important on a boat and it is especially important if you take your dog along with you. Here are some tips that will make...