The start of the year is a great time to inspect your safety gear. For many boaters, January is a period of downtime, and that makes it a great month to inspect and update safety equipment — particularly if you have pulled it off the boat for winter storage. Here is my suggested 10-point checklist,…
As in any human endeavor, the first few seconds of an activity often prove fraught with distraction, and fellow boaters leaving a fuel dock are not exempt from this fact. Running the inlet, navigating the channel, backing into the slip: So much of what constitutes seamanship involves forging ahead with confidence. (Poetic license allows me…
There are many different kinds of motorboats, each with their own specific traits and designs. Learn all about powerboats right here. There are many different types of motorboats, from small runabouts to superyachts, with a vast array of hull shapes, construction materials, and propulsion systems. Sometimes referred to as powerboats, motor yachts, or superyachts (typically…