If you’ve ever wrestled the helm through a sloppy beam sea or tried to maintain a trolling course for hours on end, you already know why autopilot on a boat isn’t a luxury—it’s sanity saved. But not all pilots are created equal. Furuno’s latest generation, branded simply Furuno Adaptive Autopilot, does more than hold a […]
Why Upgrade to a Hydraulic Autopilot? Switching to a hydraulic autopilot for boats can dramatically cut fatigue and improve safety because an adaptive course computer corrects for wind and current around the clock, freeing you to monitor traffic and weather rather than fighting the wheel; robust brains like the high-current Simrad NAC-3 are purpose-built for […]
If you’ve ever white-knuckled the throttles while a cross-wind tried to pin your boat to a piling, the idea of a camera-driven “co-pilot” is pure bliss. Raymarine’s first-generation NeuBoat Dock already delivers that Zen-like peace of mind. But word is a NeuBoat Dock II is waiting in the wings—so let’s unpack what we know today […]
Raymarine autopilots are a crucial component in modern marine navigation, offering skippers the convenience of automated steering and route planning. However, like any sophisticated technology, they can encounter issues. This article aims to guide users through common problems with Raymarine autopilots, offering solutions and maintenance tips to ensure smooth sailing. Understanding Your Raymarine Autopilot Raymarine […]