Commissioning a Boat after weeks or months on the hard is the single best way to prevent mid-season breakdowns, avoid costly repairs, and keep your crew safe—because the majority of early-season assistance calls trace back to issues (fuel, batteries, cooling, or safety gear) that a thorough pre-splash check would have caught. According to the U.S. […]
When it comes to navigating open waters, precision and safety are paramount. Marine radars are essential tools that empower boaters to see beyond their natural vision, even in the harshest conditions. Among the many options available, the Raymarine Cyclone Radar stands out as an innovative, high-performance solution designed for modern mariners. In this post, we’ll […]
Do you find yourself wishing you could find a complete, ready to install autopilot system for your boat? The Raymarine EV-150 Hydraulic Autopilot System has you covered. This plug-and-play autopilot-in-a-box is ready to float all your fishing and cruising adventures. This award-winning autopilot system is designed for small to medium-sized powerboats with hydraulic steering and […]
Garmin ActiveCaptain is the ultimate way to stay connected while boating. With ActiveCaptain, you can manage your marine experience from nearly anywhere, accessing information on your Garmin chartplotter or fishfinder to plan a trip or connect with the Garmin boating community via your compatible mobile device. However, to ensure access to the latest information and […]
A drift sock comes into play on inshore waters as well as offshore. (An autopilot also makes a nice addition for fishing…just sayin’) When wind or current push your boat through the strike zone too quickly to effectively present baits, it’s time to take action. Depending on the situation, deploying a sea anchor or using the […]
We would love to tell you that this image is part of the Pirates of the Caribbean set, but it’s not. It’s the hull of a boat covered in marine fouling. This can be prevented with antifouling systems and coatings. Marine fouling creates a lot of issues for anything in the water. With regards to […]