"When in doubt, don't go out." When it comes to weather, that is the saying your recreational boaters should live by. No matter how much you were anticipating spending a day on the water, if the forecast is for high winds or thunderstorms, it's wiser to stay in port and wait for a better day. As you gain experience with boatinf in your area, you will develop the skill and confidence to handle a wider variety of conditions, particulary where wind is concerned. But no matter how much t
During boating season, thunderstorm cells can pop up quickly and getting caught unprepared can be dangerous. Having a quality weather app on your phone can help keep your Lowe boat crew safe. Boaters have a multitude of free and low-cost marine weather apps at their disposal to keep them imformed of approaching weather. How to Read Radar Radar is the best tool for viewing impending weather activity and warnings. It's found on most weather apps and is commonly color-coded to show the
Using the right protectants and cleaners are crucial when taking care of the vinyl on your boat. Using the proper protectants can shield vinyl from UV rays and create a barrier to prevent stains from being absorbed into the vinyl. Never use wax as a protectant because it can cause the vinyl to become brittle. One of the best products we use here at E-Z Marine is Vantage. Vantage offers exterior and interior protectants. There technology helps against Rips & Tears Punctures Burns
To become a confident boat driver, it’s important to know the parts of a boat and how they operate. The boating lifestyle comes with a whole new vocabulary. Do you know bow from stern and port form starboard. Remember: “Port” refers to “left”, and each has four letters. “Starboard” and “right” both have more than four letters. The helm station is the boat’s control center. Every time you “take the helm” to drive a boat, star
Relaxing on the water with family and friends. Exploring places you could never see from land. Connecting with nature in a whole new way. Feeling the thrill of a fish taking your bait. Enjoying fun new watersports activities. Boating offers all of this and more. But before you make the decision to buy that boat, it's important to do your due diligence and learn more about the costs and other requirements that boat ownership entails. Here are six things you should know before getting into b
Few adventures are as awesome as hitching up the trailer carrying your boat and trailer to your tow vehicle, hitting the road, and heading for some waterways. In any such endeavor, of course, boat trailer safety is a priority, and we're here to help. Lets take a look at basic trailer anatomy, and safety considerations. The tongue, receiver hitch, and latch. The tongue is the very front piece of the trailer, which houses the receiver hitch, the mount shaped like and upside-down cup i
Ensuring that your boat is secure at the dock isn't complicated, but it is something you'll want to be confident doing. When your boat is not secured properly, it can rock back and forth in the water, causing it to bang into the dock or other boats, which could result in damage. When tying your boat to fixed pilings, make sure you are aware of the tidal movement, current and baot wakes in your area. You'll want to leave enough slack in your docklines to accommodate these factors, but not s
Enjoying a summer day in a new pontoon boat might be the most relaxing way to spend a day on the water. Since new pontoon boats offer more space and more weight capacity than other types of recreational boats, the whole family and also some friends can join in on the fun. If you’ve only begun shopping for a pontoon boat, you may be getting somewhat overwhelmed. Why are there so many pontoon boat types? Why are there so many varying floor plans? Which model is the best? Before you get frust
Preperation and caution are a must when heading out on the ice. For many anglers in the northern part of the country, the arrival of freezing temperatures in late fall and early winter signals a shift in fishing opportunities. As boating weather ends and Mercury outboards get winterized, lakes start freezing over and another ice fishing seasons begins. Ice fihsing is a fun activity and a great way to spend time outdoors in the winter months with friends and family. From large waters
Maybe your boat doesn’t perform the way it used to or the way you’d like. Maybe your family has grown, and your boat needs more power. Perhaps your outboard engine has reached the end of it’s service life, or the parts to fix it have become difficult to find. Whatever the reason, replacing an old outboard can deliver improved performance, increased fuel economy and better handling for a more enjoyable experience. A new boating season is coming. And if you’ve been thinking
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