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Tracker Grizzly 1448 Review
We’re back with another of the Tracker Grizzly line up of jon boats, this time with the 1448. The 1448 is still available from the manufacturer but the last design update was for the 2020 year. The 2019 model is also available. The difference between the two is just shy of $400 if you opt…
SeaArk EasyCat Review
SeaArk calls this boat a hybrid of two of their other popular models – the Easy and the Pro Cat. The result is a good size family freshwater fishing boat that offers some versatility and fun with a great number of accessories and options to ensure you have everything you need and then some. Let’s…
The Truth About Ulysses Yacht and Who Owns It
Many millionaires and billionaires like to straddle the fence between being in the public eye but also being very secretive about their public lives and Mark Zuckerberg is no different. In 2017 there were numerous articles published about him purchasing a yacht called Ulysses that were soon followed by denials that he had purchased the…
How Wide is a Pontoon Boat? Everything You Need To Know
There’s no set width for pontoon boats because how could there be? Boat width is generally determined by the construction and design of the boat and what width allows it to be most efficient in operation. That said, pontoons often give more deck space than other boats and can be wider as a result. Functional…
Sun Tracker Party Barge 20 DLX Review
Sun Tracker has been a big name in the pontoon game for years with their Bass Buggy, Fishin’ Barge and their Party Barge lines. As the name indicates, the Party Barge is a step away from the fishing focused pontoons they may be more famous for, and instead focuses on making the vessel fun for…
Everything You Need to Know About 8 Major Boat Anchor Types
There are quite a few types of anchors you can use for your boat and they are not all interchangeable so it’s key that you pick the right one. Many boaters carry more than one type as not all anchors work well in all conditions. It’s good to have an anchor that can work on…
Sun Dolphin American 12 Jon Boat Review
When you’re in the market for a two-person fishing boat, the Sun Dolphin American 12 should definitely be on your list of boats to check out. This budget-friendly jon boat is a step up from the Sun Dolphin kayak and has a lot of features for the fisherman who just wants a simple and effective…
How to Remove Marine Sealant
Marine sealants like 3M 5200 are designed to bond permanently. If you need to disassemble a through hull, this job can be incredibly hard if it was a powerful sealant like 5200 which has a fast cure and powerful bond that was used. Some say it bonds stronger than the two things it was bonding…
Larry Ellison’s Yacht Musashi: Everything You Want To Know
American billionaire Larry Ellison was the co-founder of Oracle Corporation and is believed to have a net worth of nearly $114 billion. Ellison is no stranger to the yachting world and used to co-own a yacht with David Geffen for many years. There was a rumor he sold his stake to Geffen because he thought…
What Should You Do if a Fire Breaks Out at the Front of Your Boat?
In the event a fire breaks out on your boat the first thing you want to do, as long as you can do so safely, is shut the engine down. This makes the situation more manageable and makes it less likely that you will add literal fuel to the fire. The engine is a fire…
SeaArk Easy 200 Review
SeaArk has been in the boat game since back in 1992 and they have proven themselves well over the years. They offer several lines of boats for varying lifestyles and their Easy line is one of the most popular in the SeaArk family. These models combine family fun with fishing boats to meet everyone’s needs….
Dan Snyder’s Yacht: Everything You Want To Know
If you’re not familiar, Dan Snyder is CEO of Snyder Communications and the owner of the Commanders, the Washington football team that used to be the Washington Redskins. He’s also a man who is often in the news for controversial reasons related to that position. But, as a businessman and football team owner, he’s also…
The Ultimate Tracker Grizzly 1754 Review: Is It Worth The Hype?
Tracker Grizzly’s 1754 jon boat comes in two different versions. There’s the bare bones 1754 Tracker Grizzly jon boat which is literally just the hull and nothing else at all and then the 1754 Tracker Grizzly SC. The SC stands for “single console” and this is your complete boat package. Of course you can custom…
16 Popular 14 Ft Jon Boat Modifications
In many ways, a jon boat is the perfect template for a DIY boater who likes to make a lot of changes or customizations to their boat. These flat bottomed boats can often be purchased as very bare boned frames right from the get go, even brand new, with the idea that the design is…
What Size Boat Fenders Do I Need?
Because there are several styles of boat fenders available, the size of the fenders you choose to go with can vary based on that. In general, the size of your boat determines the size of the fenders and the larger the boat the larger the fenders you’ll need and/or the more of them you’ll require…
What Size Trolling Motor Do I Need?
Choosing the correct trolling motor for your boat actually depends on a handful of factors. The most important things you’ll want to consider when selecting a trolling motor are: Once you have determined these factors, you still need to consider things like shaft length for your trolling motor and whether or not you’ll be boating…
How to Start a Pontoon Boat
Starting a pontoon boat is not very different from starting any other kind of boat and basically just involves turning the key in the ignition to get it to turn over and start. Let’s take a little more of an in-depth look step by step to remove any doubts you may have on how it…
Sleeping on a Pontoon Boat
Sleeping on a pontoon boat is absolutely possible and, in fact, you can get pontoon boats that have cabins and are generally considered hybrid pontoons/cabin cruisers. Many of these boats look like small houseboats and feature some remarkable amenities including a sun deck on top of the sleeping quarters and more. Additionally, pontoon boaters with…
David Geffen’s Yacht: Everything You Want To Know
David Geffen is a businessman most famous for his work running record labels and a film studio. His net worth is estimated at around $7.7 billion and he’s also been the owner of one of the world’s largest yachts for some years now. He owns a second yacht as well, one called Pelorus that clocks…
How to Remove Marine Epoxy
Marine epoxy is designed to resist water as well as many solvents so cleaning it up and removing it can be a hassle. One of the best ways to remove marine epoxy is to soften it with a heat gun and use a scraper to remove the bulk of it. Afterwards you can switch to…
Roman Abramovich’s Yachts: Everything You Want To Know
You may be familiar with the jet setting lifestyle of Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, owner of the Chelsea football club, who has an estimated net worth of over $8 billion. He’s not just rich, he’s a man who loves yachts and loves them a lot. Not only does he own the Eclipse, the most expensive…
How Long Should Your Anchor Line Be?
There is a general rule of thumb that your anchor line, also known as an anchor rode, should be in the neighborhood of 7 to 10 times the depth of the water in which you’re dropping the anchor. Some boaters will offer up more specific guidelines however, as do some organizations. For instance, according to…
What is a Skeg on a Boat?
The skeg is part of the keel of a boat that extends to protect the rudder and propeller while also keeping the boat on a straight path. If you’ve never seen the skeg or, rather, had it pointed out to you before it may be hard to picture in your mind without a little help….
Pontoon Boat Fuel Tank Location
One of the things many new pontoon boaters are not aware of is that the fuel tank in a pontoon boat can be located just about anywhere on the vessel. If you have a previously owned boat it’s possible the past owner tweaked its design and adjusted the weight balancing which could end up with…
What Color Are Safe Water Markers?
Safe water markers are buoys marked by white body and red stripes or an even distribution of red and white stripes. They can potentially come in a variety of shapes including spherical and can shaped as well as cone shaped, though they are often larger and of the more common buoy-shape that we’re used to…
How to Paint an Aluminum Boat
The upside to aluminum boats is that, by and large, they tend to be pretty tough, lightweight and affordable. If you’re looking for a reliable fishing boat, a good quality aluminum fishing boat or an aluminum jon boat might last you for years, especially if you take good care of it. That said, because a…
What To Wear on a Boat
If you’re just getting into boating yourself or you’re planning to visit friends or family on their boat, it’s always a good idea to be familiar with what’s going to be appropriate in terms of clothing. It’s not like you need a formal boating outfit with a pirate hat or anything so involved as that,…
What is Most Likely to Cause Someone to Fall Overboard?
Boats are not easy to adjust to for people who are not used to them and, as a result, the most common cause for people falling overboard seems to be the simple act of just standing up. Because a passenger on a boat may not have sure footing, particularly if the the wind or waves…
What is the Transom on a Boat?
The transom of your boat is the section at the rear of the boat onto which the outboard motor is attached. When you’re unfamiliar with all the technical names of a boat it can be confusing to know exactly what someone means when they point out a specific part. Even that definition of a transom…
How to Tie a Boat to a Dock
Learning how to moor your boat properly is one of the basic skills you need to master if you’re serious about boating and boat ownership. You can’t stay out on the water all the time so you need to understand how to secure your boat when you dock in a way that ensures it’s safe,…
