12 Best Saltwater Fishing Accessories
It’s the perfect day. The sun’s out, the seas are calm, you’re sitting off of “rock bottom” near Islamorada, and […]
Best Boat Safety Gear for Real-World Boating
Safety gear is not something that the average boater really gives much thought to. They know they need it; they
Boat Maintenance Schedule Guide for Owners
Every morning, before the sun comes up, Crewmembers are scouring the CG boats to complete daily boat checks. They have
10 Best Life Jackets for Boating
10 Best Life Jackets for Boating If you ever get boarded by the Coast Guard, one of the very first
Outboard Motor Maintenance Schedule Made Simple
There is nothing worse than breaking down at sea. In the Coast Guard, we were spoiled. We had amazing people
Best Boat for Shallow Water: What to Buy
If anyone has done skinny water fishing in the back of Florida Bay near Islamorada, you know that having the
How to Compare Boat Insurance Smartly
Ah, yes, boat insurance, the bane of boating existence. But the question remains. Is it worth it? Ask any boat
Cleaning Seats Without the Hassle or Damage
The worst part of a long day underway: The clean-up. But a day on the water can leave your seats
Used Boat Buying Checklist That Saves Money
According to the latest trends, Boaters are skipping the high-priced newer boats for older ones. But there are some things
How to Dock a Boat Without the Stress
You can run offshore in a chop, pick your way through a skinny channel, and still feel your pulse jump
Best Boat Anchor for Sand: What Works
You know the feeling – the boat settles into a quiet stretch of shoreline, the water looks perfect, and then
How to Choose Marine Electronics Right
A lot of boaters spend too much on marine electronics they never really use, or too little on the one
10 Best Boat Safety Equipment Essentials
A calm forecast can turn fast on the water. One summer squall, a fouled prop, or a simple slip on
Boat Maintenance Checklist for Every Season
A dead battery at the ramp, a bilge pump that quits when you need it, or cracked fuel lines halfway
How to Buy a Used Boat Without Regret
By BMC William Balcerski, USCG (ret.) / Founder, Boatsman’s.com With new boat prices skyrocketing, recent trends show that more people