Maybe it’s the way the waves keep rhythm on the hull… or how being out on the water makes you feel in harmony with nature… whatever the reason, music and boating just go together. If you’re looking to amp up your summer boating playlist with tunes just made for making waves, give this Jake Owen…
Check out this Video from Cobalt. Joystick control to help with docking hassles. Maneuvering your boat at the dock can be frustrating, especially those first few weeks back on the water. Luckily, we offer electronic joystick steering on all twin sterndrive applications. This innovative feature makes docking a breeze! Cobalt Joystick Control
Darkness creeps across the water as the glow of the sun fades below the western horizon. It is night. For some, it’s a time of high anxiety when running a boat. Humans are visual. When the lights go out, we get nervous. Rightfully so, for who knows what might go bump in the night? Yet,…
TEACHING THE IMPORTANCE OF BOATING SAFETY Briefing your crew on boating safety before leaving the dock ensures a safe and enjoyable experience on the water. After decades of boating, professionally and recreationally, I’ve never gotten over a certain cautious feeling that flavors my deep anticipation of any excursion. I’m sure it’s more so that for…
DETAIL YOUR BOAT ENGINE Detailing your boat’s engine is part of the author’s maintenance regime. Find out why. By Kevin Falvey You probably love your boat, but remember it’s the engine that makes possible all those cool boating adventures (“docktail cruisers” and nonauxiliary sailboats excepted). A clean engine makes visual inspections more effective. And the…
Big or small, basic or customized, every boat needs to be maintained. Fortunately, routine maintenance and small repairs aren’t that tough. In the long run, a little elbow grease will definitely pay off. Wash Your Boat The first and simplest task is to wash your boat regularly. If you boat in saltwater, rinse your boat…
Become “Boat Smart” Learning the basics of boat operation and safety is best done before your first trip to the marina or launch ramp. In fact, a number of states require powerboat operators to take a boating education course and carry a license or certificate proving successful course completion any time they’re underway. Resources for…
The boating lifestyle is a great way to spend time with family and friends, enjoying the water. And as boaters, it is our shared responsibility to help keep the waters and resources that we use healthy for generations to come. We’re happy to do it and we know you are too! See below for a…
Buy new or buy used? That’s a tough call for a boat buyer, especially a first-timer. There’s no right or wrong answer. It all depends on you: your tastes, your budget, your mechanical aptitude. What makes your smile wider? A mint condition new prize or a bargain cleverly bought and burnished? Some say the sweet…
Winter Layup Tips for Your Boat In many parts of the country, this is transition season, time to haul and winterize your boat. Fall haul-out nearly matches the urgency level of spring launch in your need to complete the task. Winter is coming, but don’t let that ticking clock make you miss some steps in…