Outboard Motor Maintenance Schedule Made Simple
06/10/2026
There is nothing worse than breaking down at sea. In the Coast Guard, we were spoiled. We had amazing people who specialized in maintenance, keeping our
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Best Boat for Shallow Water: What to Buy
06/08/2026
If anyone has done skinny water fishing in the back of Florida Bay near Islamorada, you know that having the right equipment is crucial. (Especially bug
How to Compare Boat Insurance Smartly
06/06/2026
Ah, yes, boat insurance, the bane of boating existence. But the question remains. Is it worth it? Ask any boat owner whose boat is sitting on
Cleaning Seats Without the Hassle or Damage
06/04/2026
The worst part of a long day underway: The clean-up. But a day on the water can leave your seats looking rough fast. Sunscreen, fish slime,
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
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