Boats
What’s the Best Way to Avoid Overloading Your Boat?
The best way to avoid overloading your boat is to have a clear understanding of your boat’s weight capacity and then not exceed that capacity. Every single-hull boat under 20 feet has is required by federal law to have a capacity plate. This does not apply to PWC sand sailboats. Info on Your Boat’s Capacity…
What is a Pontoon Boat?
Pontoon boats are flat decked, recreational boats that rely on air-filled tubes called pontoons to achieve buoyancy in the water. Traditional pontoons use a pair of pontoon tubes located on either side of the boat under the deck to achieve stability and buoyancy. Some models may have a third tube located under the center of…
How Much Does a Boat Trailer Weigh?
The average fishing boat trailer weight will probably be around 600 lbs. There can be a fairly large potential range for these trailers however, running from just a couple of hundred pounds at the low end to well over 1,000 pounds at the higher end of the scale. And that’s for an unloaded trailer. Once…
200 Best Fishing Boat Names: Funny, Classic, And Unique Names
A fishing boat should be named to reflect the fact that fishing is what it’s for. Every boat needs a name. It’s a rite of passage. But not every boat needs the same kind of name and fishing boats need good fishing boat names. You’re not calling your fishing boat Windancer or something if it’s…
Tritoon vs Pontoon: Key Differences
Tritoon boats are a kind of pontoon boat that has three pontoon tubes rather than the standard two tubes you’ll find in a traditional pontoon. There are some key differences between the two that are worth understanding, especially if you’re considering purchasing one. Appearance In general, above the pontoons, you’re not likely to notice any…
Why Are Boats So Expensive?
Boats cost more than other items we think of in the same ballpark, like cars, for several reasons. It costs more to build boats in terms of time, materials and standards. Boats are also less in demand than cars and, as such, it’s a much more niche market which means boat makers can charge more…
Can a Pontoon Boat Go in the Ocean?
The answer to this question is yes, you can take a pontoon boat in the ocean. In fact, some modern pontoon boats with things like V-frame construction, tritoons and more durable materials may be fairly adept at handling open waters and strong enough to hold their own in the chop if you head out with…
45 Types of Boats
There are literally hundreds of different types of boats in the world. For some, the difference between them is very little. For instance, a pontoon and a tritoon are the same boat save for the addition of a single extra pontoon tube. Other boats are highly specialized like a crane boat which may be used…
5 Fastest Production Pontoon Boats
The fastest commercially available pontoon boats in the world will be able to reach speeds of around 60 to 78 miles per hour. This is rare for a pontoon boat and most do not achieve speeds anywhere near this fast. How Fast Do Modern Fast Pontoon Boats Go? Any pontoon boat that can pull over…
Can a Pontoon Boat Sink?
Yes, pontoon boats are capable of sinking. Please don’t go boating on a pontoon boat under the mistaken impression that they are incapable of being sunk. That said, a pontoon is also a very safe and reliable kind of boat. They offer great stability and in most circumstances they will hold up better than other…
Boat vs Ship: What’s the Difference?
The internet is full of dictionaries with different definitions of what is and is not a boat. You may be surprised (or maybe not) to see that some describe a ship as a boat and a boat as a ship. Here are two ways to define both boat and ship. Boat Definitions a vessel for…
What Is A PWC? Understanding Personal Watercraft
PWC stands for personal watercraft. You might better know a PWC by names like Jet Ski and Sea-Doo. PWC is the generic name that applies to any personal watercraft regardless of who made it. Defining What A PWC Is A personal watercraft is a small jet-powered watercraft that the operator either sits or stands on…
Deck Boat vs Pontoon Boat: Key Differences and Similarities
When it comes to versatile boats that are ideal for family outings, fishing, cruising and more, you may find yourself eyeing both deck boats and pontoon boats. They offer a lot of the same benefits and features, but they’re definitely not the same thing. A pontoon boat is, first and foremost, a boat that uses…
How Fast Does a Pontoon Boat Go?
Pontoon boats are not really built for speed. That’s something to understand right off the bat. Of course, boaters being who they are, people have rigged up some really fast pontoon boats over the years and you’d be surprised at just how fast some can go. But most manage a more leisurely pace. So how…
How to Drive a Pontoon Boat
Pontoon boats tend to be very easy to drive compared to some other boats out there. Maybe that’s why they are enjoying a surge in popularity these days in the boating world. They offer a lot of perks at a pretty reasonable price overall. But just because they’re relatively easy to manage doesn’t mean there’s…
Types of Powerboats: 33 Types And Their Uses
If you’re new to the world of boating get ready for a surprise. There are far more kinds of boats than most people are aware of out on the water, and that includes powerboats, speed boats, motorboats or whatever you might want to call them. For many people, “powerboat” is a kind of catchall term….
Funny Boat Names: The Best Laughs at Sea
Naming a new boat is a rite of passage. It’s telling the world about you and your boat on top of the formality of having a name that can help the Coast Guard find you when they need to. When you head down to any marina these days you’re going to see one of two…
Best Boat Security Systems and Cameras for 2024
As a boat owner, you didn’t invest in your boat just so you could have it stolen, right? Whether it’s a few hundred bucks for an old fishing boat and hundreds of thousands for a yacht, you have every right to protect what’s yours. That means a solid security system to keep it safe when…
The 8 Best Boat Trailer Hubs for 2024
Your boat trailer is only as good as its bearings and hubs. If your bearings seize up on you, good luck getting that wheel in motion. Then it doesn’t matter if you have premium bunks, guides, or even a paint job. You’re stuck. You need to make sure you have some quality bearings and hubs…
The 9 Best Boat Trailer Rollers
Choosing reliable boat trailer rollers can be harder than it seems. If you’ve ever had cheap rollers on a boat trailer you know what we mean. Even ones that seem durable may only have a limited lifespan and if a roller breaks the fear that your boat will be damaged as a result is ever…
9 of the Best Marine Grease Options for 2024
Marine grease is one of those products you never think about until you need it. But when you do need it, you want to make sure you have the best stuff for the job at hand. You’ll find marine grease most useful for keeping your boat trailer wheel bearings in good working order, but it…
The Best Wood for Boat Trailer Bunks
Any avid boater is going to need to have a reliable trailer with which to transport the boat. Whether you have a little fishing boat or a personal watercraft, a good trailer can make transportation a lot easier. And that means proper trailer maintenance. Boat trailer bunks are there to help support and cushion your…
Best Carpet for Boat Trailer Bunks in 2024
A boat trailer is essentially for any boat that’s going in and out of the water during the year. If you need to get the boat out for storage and travel, a reliable boat trailer can make all the difference but every part of it has to be up to snuff. That means quality bunks….
How to Jack a Boat Off a Trailer
Every boater who hauls their boat on boat trailers is going to have to get the jacks under the boat and get it off the trailer at some point. You’d be surprised how long some of us can go without doing that, though. The boat goes in and out of the water, on and off…
Boat Trailer Tire Pressure: What You Need to Know
So it’s that time of year again and you’re ready to get the boat up on a trailer and haul it down to the water. Whether you’re boating for fun, to get in some fishing, or just relaxing on the water, you need to make sure you can get there safely. Securing it in place…
The 5 Best Boat Jack Stands for 2024
It’s no big secret that a lot of boaters don’t really bother with boat stands when it comes to storage. Often the boat stays on the trailer for the whole off season or, if it is being put up, cinder blocks and bricks with boards do most of the heavy lifting. And this does work…
How to Replace Boat Trailer Bunk Carpet
Bunks and rollers are a key part of any good boat trailer. You want your boat to slide on and off that trailer quickly and easily with as little effort as possible. But, maybe more importantly, you want to make sure it’s undamaged, not even a scratch on the hull. The best way to ensure…
How to Adjust Boat Trailer Rollers
Like a boat trailer bunk, rollers are there to make the job of loading and unloading your boat easier. Rollers move as your boat is moved. This reduces overall friction and makes it possible to get a boat, which in some cases can weigh thousands of pounds like a good size sailboat, on and off…
Cobra MR HH600 DSC Floating VHF Marine Radio Review
The Cobra Marine DSC Floating VHF Radio (MR HH600) is a very intriguing piece of outdoor equipment. It’s packed full of useful features, and even sports a GPS. That I paid $450 for a Garmin InReach Explorer+ when I could’ve had something like this makes my previous purchase a bit shortsighted. But that works out…
8 Best Boat Trailer Locks for 2024
We’ve discussed the importance of locking a boat trailer before. Boat trailer security is a big deal. While there are a number of tips and tricks to secure your boat trailer, a boat trailer lock is obviously the best option you have. But just like locking up a bike or even your house, you need…
