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Pontoon Boat Roundup
People who do their boating on lakes and other inland bodies of water have long known something that coastal boaters have only recently begun to find out: For sheer comfort afloat, combining an ideal platform for swimming, lounging, and partying with enough speed and maneuverability to tow skiers, tubers,… [more]
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Adding Trim Tabs
A buddy of mine bought a boat a while back that couldn’t keep its nose planted no matter how much negative trim he dialed in on his outboard. Hit a wave, the bow would launch. I think his solution was to haul all his bait, coolers, and as much gear up there as he could -- until he eventually put the… [more]
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Gelcoat Maintenance: Time to Shine
Like a lot of other boaters all over the country, especially the northern parts, we're itching to get on the water this summer, and we're collecting the materials we need to get there -- sandpaper, tape, paint, rollers, brushes, coveralls, masks, zincs, grease for trailer bearings -- you know how it… [more]
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Boat Buying Reimagined: All-New Boat Trader iPad App
Introducing the all-new, essential app for boat buyers. Check out our video, then download the app to start looking for your new boat today. 10 Things We Love about our New App: 10. Weather Widget. Nothing is more inspirational than a clear forecast while shopping for a boat. 9. Immersive… [more]
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Larson All-American 23: Past Meets Present
It's not often that a boatbuilding company celebrates its 100th year in business, but that's what Larson Boats, of Little Falls, Minnesota, is doing -- and with admirable flair. One of the designs that will help commemorate the achievement is the new Larson All-American 23, a sleek bow-rider with… [more]
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Outboard Joystick Control: It’s a Brave New World
Boaters and builders with twin and triple outboard rigs have been introduced to a whole new concept in steering control in recent months, thanks to advanced electronic and hydraulic controls from Yamaha, Mercury, and SeaStar/Teleflex with BRP/Evinrude. Picture being able to control the dynamics of forward,… [more]
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Diesel Power for Tow-Sports Boats
Not long ago, I advocated the use of diesels in runabouts, but then another notion hit me like a freight train. What about tow boats? A diesel is perfect for application on tow boats. Towing skiers and wakeboarders requires torque, and diesels have it in abundance. Tow boats also aren’t known for… [more]
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He Said, She Said: Fish Boat or Sailboat?
Here's a post from boats.com that is a natural fit here on WaterBlogged. In this short video taken at the Annapolis Boat Show, fisherman Lenny Rudow and sailor Zuzana Prochazka take a humorous look at the features of the Bavaria B/One, a popular new one design trailerable racing sailboat. Care to referee? Diehard… [more]
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Pontoon Boat Roundup
May 21, 2013 by Doug Logan · Leave a Comment
People who do their boating on lakes and other inland bodies of water have long known something that coastal boaters have only recently begun to find out: For sheer comfort afloat, combining an ideal platform … [Read More...]

Boat Delivery: Do It Yourself or Hire a Pro?
May 18, 2013 by Peter d'Anjou · Leave a Comment
Anyone buying a boat via the Internet these days may want to consider the delivery aspect of getting the boat home. Trailering is one thing, but delivering a boat on its own bottom up or down the coast … [Read More...]

Adding Trim Tabs
May 15, 2013 by Brett Becker · Leave a Comment
A buddy of mine bought a boat a while back that couldn’t keep its nose planted no matter how much negative trim he dialed in on his outboard. Hit a wave, the bow would launch. I think his solution was … [Read More...]

Water Pump Repair: Cheap is a Mistake
May 12, 2013 by Brett Becker · Leave a Comment
Sooner or later, you’ll find yourself down in the bilge of boat, repairing a shredded water pump impeller. Then, a couple of days later, you could find yourself back in the bilge, fixing it again. Not … [Read More...]

How to Scare Off Boat Buyers
May 9, 2013 by Peter d'Anjou · Leave a Comment
Maybe it’s the white beard and sunburnt face that encourages people to ask my opinion about boats they are interested in buying. I prefer to think it has been my seagoing experience and myriad jobs … [Read More...]

Marine Outdrive Flushing: The Right Way
May 6, 2013 by Brett Becker · Leave a Comment
The best way to flush your engine is by following the owner's manual, which is probably something that doesn’t come with a used boat, so let’s touch on it here in Waterblogged. As we have highlighted … [Read More...]