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The Best Flashlights For Boating

by Alex

Navigation lights and deck lights are one thing but you can’t beat a good old fashioned flashlight for easily pinpointing what you want to look at when you’re out on the water at night, as well as helping with mooring and finding your way through a poorly lit boatyard. In short a flashlight is indispensable! There are a whole range of flashlights on the market, but when … [Read more...]

Should I Use a Foam or Wool Pad For Buffing my Boat?

by Alex

Owning a boat is much a matter of pride as it is a great way to spend time, so it’s no wonder people like to keep their boats looking pristine. In the world of boat detailing, with fibreglass hulls in particular, buffing and polishing is the final piece of the puzzle following any remedial work to deep scratches or dents. If you don’t buff correctly however, your other hard … [Read more...]

The Best Deck Hatches for Your Boat

by Alex

Whether you’re restoring your boat or building from scratch, it’s important not to overlook and scrimp on the details. Often people take smaller items for granted, but it’s often the small things that can decide whether you sink or swim following your endeavors… quite literally. Perhaps no better example is with deck hatches; more often than not people settle for cheap low … [Read more...]

The Best Boat Anti Theft Devices

by Alex

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 against theft, from the very low tech (think padlocks, chains and … [Read more...]

Preventing Your Boat Battery From Draining Over Winter

by Alex

By far the most common problem with lead acid batteries is losing charge over time. It might not sound like a problem if the battery becomes discharged - after all you just recharge it again right? Unfortunately this isn’t the case, and the key to owning a battery that lasts is making sure its charge doesn’t drop too low, whilst at the same time making sure you don’t over … [Read more...]

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20 Gift Ideas For Boating Moms

Face Cream Good For Windburn Of course it’s not just Moms who need to look after their skin; particularly out on the water when the full force of both the wind and sun are at play; but there’s no doubting that Moms are certainly some of the most conscious of such issues, typically being the […]

Do I Need Tinted Windows On My Boat?

Tinted windows are a contentious issue among boat owners; some people swear by them for their glare reduction and the enhanced visual appeal they give to their boat, while others see them as at best unnecessary, and at worst a dangerous visibility inhibitor, particularly at night. Tinted windows can indeed be a benefit in every […]

Everything You Need to Know About Sailing With or Without an Engine

Whether you’re a seasoned motor yacht skipper or are looking to make the jump from diesel to wind power, you might be wondering what type, if any, engine you’ll need to compliment your sails when the force of mother nature isn’t up to the job. In short it is prudent to have an engine fitted […]

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 […]

Everything You Need to Know About Taking Your Dog Boating

Personally I’m more of a boat person, but I have a lot of friends who are also dog people, so much so in fact that a question I’ve been asked a number of times is ‘would it be safe if I bought the dog along for an afternoon’s boating’ or words to that effect. It’s […]

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