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My Boat

Building a Stateroom

Mike Gridley
Mar 19, 2017
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By Mike Gridley When the owner of a 1995 Silverton 41 Convertible told me of his plan to build a stateroom in the space where his dinette currently existed, I thought, “really?” I could not believe that a boat owner would, first, want to take this on, and s...

My Boat

Repowering your Boat

Mike Gridley
Dec 16, 2016
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By Mike Gridley Repowering a boat is a big decision. If your boat is reasonably new and the engine needs replacing, it’s a simple choice, go ahead. But, what if your boat is an older model? We faced that question this past summer when presented with 22-y...

Tow & Trailer

A Ram for all reasons

Mike Milne
Dec 16, 2016
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By Mike Milne There is a good reason, I believe, that a large number of pickup trucks appear in this space: they are bar-none, the most capable type of tow vehicle. But, like sport utilities, vans and sedans that tow boats on weekends, trucks also have t...

Love Me Tender Inflatable Boat Cleaner and Giveaway! Winner Announced

BoaterNews
May 31, 2016
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A Canadian made, eco-friendly inflatable boat cleaner By Steven Bull I love my cruiser but I also love my little 11-foot inflatable tender. It gets a ton of use and we leave it in the water all season, so by the fall it’s pretty dirty. This winter I asked ...

Tow & Trailer

The Shape of Things to Come

Jake Thomas
Apr 29, 2016
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By Jake Thomas Wake surfing is still relatively young in the water sports world and towboat manufacturers are all developing their own proprietary technology for shaping a wake for wake surfing. They all use ballast to create the size of the wake ...

Trailer-boat Road Trip Basics

Mike Milne
Apr 8, 2016
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He laughed and said that in a decade of patrolling the highway that was the first time he had seen anyone doing that! By Mike Milne Nothing tunes up your maintenance awareness and skills like a long road trip with a boat and trailer in tow. It’s a good rem...

Tow & Trailer

A new Tacoma, old Toyota values

Mike Milne
Jan 21, 2016
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By Mike Milne When GM launched the resurrected mid-size Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon for 2015, it seemed only a matter of time before Toyota would refresh its aging Toyota Tacoma. The result is on the market for 2016. It may bring some non-believers...

Fish Finders and Transducers

Brian Kelly
Jan 6, 2016
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Why it’s time to take a closer look By Brian Kelly There have been a number of advancements in the world of fish finders and transducers in the last five to ten years. Anglers are better equipped to catch more fish and boaters are better able to navigate...

Used Towboats

Jake Thomas
Nov 3, 2015
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An affordable way to get into the game By Jake Thomas Buying a new boat is a rewarding process, but as the price of new towboats continues to rise, many are looking to the used market for salvation. Like pickup trucks, built to withstand the tough day-t...

Taking It All With You

Mike Milne
Jul 23, 2015
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By Mike Milne When it comes to bragging rights pickup truck manufacturers too often get hung up on towing capacity, playing the “mine is bigger than yours” game. Don’t get me wrong. Tow ratings are important. You have to feel secure and confident on the ...

DIY

Building a Stateroom

Repowering your Boat

A Ram for all reasons

Love Me Tender Inflatable Boat Cleaner and Giveaway! Winner Announced

The Shape of Things to Come

Trailer-boat Road Trip Basics

A new Tacoma, old Toyota values

Fish Finders and Transducers

Used Towboats

Taking It All With You

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show wraps with Best of Show

Self-driving boats are here

Brunswick launches inspiring new website

Delights await on Le Boat Canal Cruises

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