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Are Jet Drive Boats Any Good? What Are The Pros and Cons of Jet Drives?

Off the top of my head there are 3 ways of propelling a boat, either through the use of a conventional propeller, an impeller (or ‘jet drive’), and aircraft style propellers typically found on flat bottomed air boats used in marshlands where below waterline propulsion is impractical. For most of us the choice will come […]

Why Don’t Boats Have Seat Belts?

Personally I’m more of a cruising fan than a speed freak, whenever I’ve been passenger on a speed boat up on plane, I’ve always been slightly nervous throughout the whole experience. It’s not that I haven’t trusted the person at the helm, but just that flying along at 40 knots feels a whole lot faster […]

The Best Boat Anti Theft Devices

Boats are rarely a purchase made with small change, and as such it’s understandable that as a boat owner you’ll want to make all necessary precautions to both deter and prevent thieves from getting their hands on your pride and joy. There are a number of different methods you can employ to protect your boat […]

Using a Microwave Onboard Your Boat

Having a microwave in your home kitchen is pretty much a given in this day and age, but what about when you’re out on the high seas? There are indeed several options available to you if you want to reap the benefits of microwave cooking onboard your boat. The first thing to determine is whether […]

The Best Anchorages in The Bay of Biscay

Often unfairly seen as nothing more than a path to the warmer climes of the Mediterranean, the inshore waters of the Bay of Biscay actually have a lot to offer for curious seafarers. There are many great places to stop along this route, but here we’ll check out some key anchorages and marinas along the […]

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