When the engine quit 20 miles offshore and storm clouds stacked up on the horizon, angler William Marshall did one thing right—he triggered his emergency beacon. Within three-quarters of an hour, Sea Tow and the Coast Guard were alongside, and everyone made it home for dinner. Cases like Marshall’s underscore how life-saving a personal locator […]
If you’ve ever piloted a boat in choppy waters or struggled to maintain a level ride, trim tabs can be your best friend. These unsung heroes of boating help fine-tune your vessel’s performance, ensuring a smoother, safer, and more efficient experience on the water. In this guide, we’ll explore the ins and outs of trim […]
What if Austin Stephanos and Perry Cohen had been equipped with an EPIRB or PLBs ? Would that have made a difference in the search and rescue? The odds are likely, that it would have. Neglecting boating safety is no joke and can be tragic.