Boats
How to Bottom Paint a Boat on a Trailer
Painting a boat isn’t something every boat owner will have to do. But if you have a boat that needs a little sprucing up, just for looks or to keep it in good working order, the bottom of the boat is often the most challenging part to paint. Luckily it can be done while it’s…
How to Lock a Boat Trailer
Having a good security system for your boat is key for any boat owner who wants to prevent boat theft. There’s not a boater among us who wouldn’t hate to get to the dock and find our boat missing. But the boat isn’t the only part of the whole set up that you need to…
12 Best Waterproofing Sprays for All of Your Outdoor Gear
The sale of camping equipment and outdoor gear has been steadily rising in the United States for years now. Manufacturers are consistently working to bring outdoor enthusiasts a wide variety of products designed to enhance our camping, hiking, mountain biking, and other outdoor experiences. Whether this means an expertly designed backpack that can hold all…
What is a Ship’s Bridge?
Even if you’re not a sailor you know the word “bridge.” It’s been used for years to describe the command center of a ship and can be colloquially used to apply to any ship. Even in sci-fi it’s used to describe the command deck of a starship. But how is it different from the ship’s…
Best Outboard Motors in 2024
It’s no secret that outboard motors are evolving at the pace of the Nile crocodile, not only dating back to the early Pleistocene but also minimal updates for the 2019 model year. However, lately, there’s been immense action from nearly all major manufacturers, ranging from Suzuki, Mercury, and Evinrude, to Yamaha. With a multitude of…
The 10 Best Boat Trailer Tires of 2024 Reviewed
When you have a boat you want to enjoy it. You want to get your pontoon boat or fishing boat out on the water. What you don’t want to be doing is worrying over the tires for the trailer that tows the boat. We’ve assembled some of the best boat trailer tires on the market…
The 10 Best Boat Trailer Lights of 2024
Boat trailer lights are an integral safety feature for your boat trailer. When you’re hauling your jon boat down the road, no one can see your signal lights anymore. The trailer lights need to be bright and visible to anyone behind you. No one’s going to know if you’re stopping or turning otherwise, right? But…
The 9 Best Paints For Boat Trailers: Complete Guide
Your boat trailer is meant to be a reliable but low profile machine. It shouldn’t really stand out and especially not for all the wrong reasons. A rusty, ugly boat trailer may still work but it won’t look great. And, if it does get rusty, it runs the risk of failing and damaging your boat….
Best Thermoelectric Coolers for 2024 Reviewed
A thermoelectric cooler is an iceless cooler suitable for bringing along in your RV or car to keep your food and beverages cool. They are a great go-between option for mini-fridges and ice coolers. Their top advantages include low noise, compactness, lightweight, and portability. On the downside, they rely on ambient conditions to regulate the…
The 7 Best Marine Battery Boxes for 2024
It goes without saying you need power on your boat. Whether you want to run underwater lights or a trolling motor. Battery power is essential to keep things working. Important safety equipment like your VHF radio absolutely relies on it. So how do you keep your marine battery safe and secure? You get a marine…
How to Repair an Inflatable Boat
Inflatable boats have come a long way from kid’s dinghies and the like. Many inflatable boats are not only high quality, but powerful and affordable. It makes sense that you’d want to do your best to take care of them. Maybe you like to head downriver in an inflatable kayak. Maybe you like to fish…
Ranking The 11 Best Boat Anchor Ropes for 2024
Choosing a good anchor line shouldn’t be a hassle. It’s anchor line, you just want it to hold an anchor! You don’t want to invest a lot of time or effort into getting the right one. But if you get the wrong one, you’ll know. Bad anchor lines can break too easily. They also knot…
Best Marine VHF Antennas for 2024
New boaters are often surprised by all the elements they need to get out on the water. It’s easy to overlook everything from a good fish finder to carpeting. VHF antennas are another one of those things we may overlook. But a good VHF antenna is an absolute must on the water. Unlike a handheld…
How to Charge a Trolling Motor Battery
If you’re new to trolling motors you may not be sure how to maintain them. When it comes time to charge trolling motor batteries you want to make sure you’re doing it right. The last thing you want is to run out of battery power on the water. Let’s walk through how to charge your…
11 Best Underwater Boat Lights for 2024
Underwater boat lights have been gaining in popularity in recent years. And for good reason. LED technology has made them affordable and brighter than ever. They’re also easier to install than you might think on something like a pontoon boat. And they do have practical benefits when it comes to fishing, not to mention safety….
8 Best Boat Trailer Jacks for 2024
A boat trailer jack is often overlooked when it comes to boating. Heck, even boat trailers are often secondary considerations. But lifting that trailer up has to be done somehow. Not all boat trailer jacks are created equal. If you want an effective but also safe and easy to use boat trailer jack, it takes…
The 7 Best Boat Propellers for 2024
Buying a boat propeller seems like it should be an easy task. But there are actually so many factors you need to take into consideration. It can leave you scratching your head. Let’s cut through the confusion and take a look at the best boat propellers on the market today.
The 7 Best Electric Boat Anchor Winches for 2024
Not every boater thinks of getting an electric anchor winch at first. If you are serious about boating, it really is a must have item. Whether you like to fish on your bass boat or just relax at sea, a winch can be a lifesaver. Manual hauling of your anchor is something any boater gets…
The 10 Best Boat Trailer Guides for 2024
A good set of boat trailer guides can be invaluable. You already know how troublesome loading and unloading your fishing boat can be at the best of times. Doing it with broken or wonky trailer guides is so much worse. Sometimes a DIY guide made from an old 2×4 will get the job done. But…
Why the Captain Goes Down with the Ship
Everyone has heard that the captain goes down with the ship. Most of us have probably not stopped to wonder where this saying comes from. Is it just a saying? Is it a rule? And if so, how long has it been around? And most importantly, why was it a tradition at all. There’s a…
How to Paint a Boat Trailer: A Step-by-step Guide
Boat trailers are highly underappreciated pieces of equipment. They’re often relegated to background status. But their role is essential. And they can often cost thousands of dollars. That’s a big investment, so they deserve maintenance and care. Let’s take a look at some tips for painting that boat trailer. Even an old, rusty boat…
Ranking The Best Boat Trailers for 2024
A boat trailer is not the sort of thing you’ll just look up on Amazon. It takes some digging to find the best boat trailers on the market. And you really need to customize it to your boat. After all, there are literally dozens of kinds of boats. No one trailer can meet everyone’s needs….
How to Jack Up a Boat Trailer
As you have no doubt just realized, jacking up a boat trailer is not always as easy as you might think. When you research it you are also going to find two different meanings. Do you want to jack up the boat trailer to lift or lower it for towing? Or do you want to…
Best Portable AM FM Radios of 2024
When boredom strikes, it’s always a pleasure to listen to good music and the news. Music calms the soul and can excite a party, while we need our daily news dose to stay connected. Since we’re already in a new era of technology, many of us turn our phones into convenient radios. The issue with…
Cobra JumPack XL H2O Jump Starter Review
A portable jump starter pack isn’t something you think about needing – until you need it. I was in a situation like that not too long ago while fishing a remote stretch of river. My buddy’s truck wouldn’t start, and we would’ve been waiting for someone to come around with jumper cables for days. Luckily,…
Cobra MR HH450 Floating All-Terrain Radio Review
The Cobra Floating All Terrain Radio (MRHH450) is one of the most thoughtfully-designed pieces of outdoor gear I’ve used in years. Built with serious attention to detail and packed with valuable features, this radio is a must-have item for anyone spending serious time in the backcountry or far away from shore. I mention being away…
How to Install a Fish Finder
So you’ve got the best new fish finder. You got your battery picked out; you know how to use it, you’re ready to go. Now how do you install the thing on your boat? Unfortunately, installing a fish finder isn’t as easy as just setting it on the deck. There are few steps that we…
Best Gravity Water Filters of 2024 Reviewed
A gravity water filter is an amazing piece of technological ingenuity. It allows you to filter contaminated or polluted water using gravity. It doesn’t need electricity or plumbing to run. Simply pour in your unpurified water in the top chamber of the unit, and it transforms it into clean, filtered water by the time it…
Best Compact Binoculars for 2024: Review and Buying Guide
Full sized binoculars can offer a lot of power. The problem is they’re not built for your life, right? The best compact binoculars have to go where you go. You need crystal clear images for bird watching, sailing, and more. That means limited weight and nothing bulky. Check out our picks for the best of…
Reviewing The Best Marine Binoculars of 2024
On land you may need a pair of binoculars just for fun. If you’re bird watching or hiking, they can be a real help. At sea, they’re much more. Marine binoculars can enhance your vision to improve safety on a boat. They can improve your field of view and allow for enhanced warning of danger….
