Best Boat Insurance for Florida Boat Owners
09/11/2026
A good day on the water can turn expensive fast when a lower unit meets an unmarked obstruction, a storm damages the dock, or another boater
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Outboard Versus Stern Drive Engines Compared
09/09/2026
A calm morning at the ramp can make any boat look like the right boat. The real difference shows up after a long run through a
Boat Batteries: Choose the Right Power Setup
09/06/2026
Trust me. Being on the water with a dead battery absolutely sucks. Even with a jump pack on board, you have so many other issues it
How to Inspect a Boat Propeller Before Running
09/03/2026
We find similarities in the marine world as we do in the aviation world. Many parallels coincide, like waypoints for navigation, courses, weather dynamics, and, of
How Ethanol Fuel Damage Hurts Your Boat
08/30/2026
Long lines at the gas station for ethanol-free gas with boats. But why? A boat that ran cleanly last month can suddenly stumble leaving the dock,
How to Replace a Boat Impeller Before It Fails
08/27/2026
Throughout my Coast Guard career, I have changed out an impeller a time or two. Full clarity: it’s not fun. However, a weak stream from the
What Causes Boat Cavitation? Prop Problems Explained
08/24/2026
You push the throttle, the engine revs freely, and the boat seems to stop pulling. Sometimes there is a shudder through the hull or a high-pitched
Marine Fuel Filtration Guide for Boat Owners
08/21/2026
A rough-running engine often starts with a problem nobody can see: contaminated fuel. Water, debris, microbial growth, and deteriorating fuel can all find their way into