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Having a unique lifestyle such as living on a boat can open you up to many great experiences. However, making sure you find the right boat that fits your needs is essential in making the experiences enjoyable. For example, not everyone can live happily without having a laundry machine onboard. The best types of boats …
Marine batteries are one of the most important parts of your boat, so it’s essential to know how long they last and how to extend their lifespan. However, there are 4 different kinds of marine batteries. Each of which have different lifespans and different ways of extending their life. On average, marine batteries last 3-5 …
Not every boat is built from the same material, and many are built with multiple materials. However, boat hulls are generally only made from 4 different types of material. Fiberglass, wood, aluminum, and steel are the 4 primary types of material boats are made from. Most personal vessels are made from fiberglass and aluminum. Large …
Boats and motors are incredibly reliable if well maintained. However, if they aren’t maintained well, they will run into issues very early in their lifespan. Engines are the main culprit to these issues, but it could also be with other parts of the boat as well. So the answer to this depends, but here’s a …
Pontoon boats are massive, so not every car will be able to tow them properly. To find out if you can pull one, you will need to calculate the boat’s weight, and you’ll also need to calculate the trailer’s weight. I’ve labeled many specifics later in the article; however, here are the averages: On average, …
No doubt about it, cool-weather boating means less traffic on the waterways, more room to sail, and incredible fishing opportunities. But before you crank the engine and shift into gear, you may want to think again. Boating in cold weather can carry some serious risks. So, how cold is too cold for boating? Any water …
The longevity of a boat depends mainly on the type of material, if it’s in saltwater or freshwater, and how well you maintain it. However, after analyzing all the different kinds of boats, here is how long they last on average: Most boats that spend their time in fresh water last around 15-30 years, while …
Believe it or not, boats can last your whole lifetime if properly maintained. The phrase “a little goes a long way” is especially true with boat maintenance. As long as you keep up with the little things, you will avoid a lot of the significant repairs needed late in your boat’s life. Here’s what you’ll …
Especially in today’s world, it’s hard to escape the high prices of city living. In places like San Francisco, the average rent is over three grand! Which is just crazy. Because of this, many people are ditching the standard way of living and deciding to live on a boat. Although living on a boat may …
One of the biggest costs many boat and sailboat owners are faced with is docking. Not only is it difficult to find marinas and moorings with available slips, but they can also be quite expensive. After looking at the costs of many different marinas across the country, here’s what I found: It costs around $9-$20/ft …
