From the crystal clear waters of Lake Tahoe to the coastal bluffs of Southern California, the Golden State is home to some of the greatest excitement on the water. Its best boating spots have something for everyone, whether you want to observe marine life, hook a fish, dive in, or take in the surrounding scenic …
Depending on location, fuel type, and if you’re fueling up in a marina or gas station, the cost of fueling your boat will differ. So before I spew out the cost of fuel, make sure you know the fuel type required for your boat (this article will help). At a marina, gasoline fuel will usually …
Boating in the cold ads on risks that otherwise wouldn’t be there during warm-weather boating. According to weather.com, any water temperature below 70°F should be treated with caution if you don’t have a wet suit. Death to hyperthermia can happen within 30-90 minutes in water 32.5-40°F degrees. Even in water 60-70°F, death can happen in …
When you leave a boat in seawater for even just a month, barnacles can begin to grow on your hull. If you leave your boat in all season, the hull could be covered in barnacles such as in the image above. So, before I get into how to prevent them, let’s talk about what barnacles …
When it comes to fueling up your boat, the same type of fuel used for cars is generally used for boats as well. You can even go to automotive gas stations and fill up a boat with fuel. However, you may need to be wary about octane ratings and ethanol levels. Boats use either regular …
Depending on your engine manufacturer and the region of the world you live in, the fuel requirements for your boat engine may differ. This is because fuel stations measure octane levels differently depending on your world region. However, below is a brief explanation of what fuel you should use in boats. Most marine gasoline engine …
A boat impeller pumps raw water from outside a marine engine into the engine’s cooling system (source). The featured image above shows what it looks like. Impellers are usually located in the lower unit for outboards and sterndrives and on the engine for inboards. A boat impeller needs to be replaced if its fins are …
All boaters who live in cold winter climates understand that winterizing your boat engine is essential to make sure the engine doesn’t freeze. However, there are many questions people may have surrounding the issue. In this article, I go over any questions you may have about winterizing a boat. Use the table of contents below …
How often you need to wax your boat depends mostly on how often your boat is exposed to the sun and environmental debris. UV rays from the sun eat through your wax and will eventually start damaging your gel coat and paint. So to stop this, professionals recommended this: Wax your boat once every 3-4 …
Cleaning your boat once every 2-3 weeks will help ensure it looks good and lasts long. However, different cleaning products are needed depending on the type of boat, what part of the boat you plan on cleaning, and how dirty your boat is. So, below I’ve listed 10 boat cleaning products that you need to …
