One thing they won’t tell you—and whatever “they” you have in mind is fine with me—is that there are a number of ongoing costs associated with … [Read more...]
In the Boat Market
We want to help make your boat buying or boat selling experience as smooth and stress-free as it can be. Even for the experienced boater, the processes of buying and selling can be tough to navigate. From our experience in the industry, we hope to share some advice, tips and articles that will guide you through the rough waters.
Boating Spring Fever
May 14, 2012 By
My friends and sailing buddies are calling to see if I can give them a hand as they prep their boats for the spring launch. Bottom painting, rigging, … [Read more...]
Boat Trailer Brakes: Surge vs. Electric-over-Hydraulic
April 30, 2012 By
There are plenty of advantages to owning a trailerable boat as opposed to one that you keep in a slip or on a mooring. If you're shopping for such a boat, … [Read more...]
Bow Riders: Top 10 Considerations Before you Buy
April 22, 2012 By
Editor's Note: Thinking about buying a bow rider? Alex Smith explains what makes these boats so appealing for a wide range of uses. The ubiquitous bowrider … [Read more...]
Town Moorings
April 20, 2012 By
Buying a boat is often easier than finding a suitable place to moor it. I wrote a blog sometime ago about Choosing a Home for your Boat. That blog was … [Read more...]
Transducer Thru-Hull Fittings
April 10, 2012 By
My buddy Charlie and his brother Bill, co-owners of a 23-foot 1977 Slickcraft SS235, were given a new fish-finder as a present. While the brothers already … [Read more...]
Eco-Friendly Anti-Fouling Paint
April 4, 2012 By
A search has been on for some years to find more environmentally friendly bottom paints and anti-fouling methods. Environmentalists have pushed scientists … [Read more...]
Seven Marine 557 Outboard: In-Water Debut
March 26, 2012 By
http://youtu.be/BqGjLOeRPfk It’s alive! Seven Marine has breathed life into its 557 outboard. The monster motor -- powered by 6.2 liters of supercharged … [Read more...]
Cooking on Boats
March 24, 2012 By
A recent kitchen renovation project in my home got me thinking about cooking facilities on boats--or more specifically the usual lack thereof. What philosophical … [Read more...]
Used Boat Shopping: Caveat Emptor
March 14, 2012 By
Having spent time at the Miami Boat Show this year, I still feel a bit dizzied from the shimmer of polished stainless and the intoxicating smell of fresh … [Read more...]
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