A boat is a big investment, and one which every owner wants to take care of. When a boat is in storage or not being used it is a good idea to use a boat cover to protect it from the elements. This article is all about how to ensure you select the right boat cover. Measuring Up One of the most crucial steps in finding the right boat cover is to accurately measure the vessel, which is easier said than done. While you might expect to be able to refer to an owner’s manual or sales brochure for accurate measurements, it’s common that boats don’t match up precisely to their documentation. For this reason, it’s always better to measure the boat yourself. It might
Boat angling Archive
The ocean can be a daunting opponent. Miles upon miles of open water stretch in every direction. The fish could really be anywhere. Over the centuries fishermen have learned to pay close attention to the subtle clues that fish may lurk below. Disturbances on the ocean’s surface, changes in current and increased bird life are three such examples. Of course there are countless other clues, strategies and superstitions fishermen have used when trying to locate fish. Yet in today’s technologically driven fishing world there is one piece of equipment which drastically reduces the amount of time, energy and effort spent locating fish. This piece of technology is, of course, the sonar (fish finder). But simply having a £800 or more sonar unit (fish finder) installed
As the cold weather draws in for the winter, many boat owners use this as an opportunity to put their boats into storage for the coldest months. This could be paying to store it at a climate-controlled boat storage facility, or just dumping it in the back garden under a boat cover. This is a great opportunity to inspect a boat for propeller damage. Nicks and chips aren’t much to worry about as they can be repaired relatively easily, but eventually you’ll get to a point where the damage is so severe that it cannot simply be bent back into shape. It doesn’t matter how careful you are with your boat, at some point you will strike something with your propeller and it will be damaged. Continuing to use
Beginner Tips for Mooring Your Fishing Boat A common misconception of Mooring is that it is an easy task only for thoroughly experienced people. The truth is, mooring is a simple task that can be done by anybody provided the person… Pays careful attention to the mooring area Monitors the direction and strength of the current Watches the speed and direction of the wind Selects the most suitable method of mooring for the boat and situation Photo Caption: Don’t tie yourself in knots! Take the stress out of mooring. Steps for Mooring with an outboard motor The simplest means of mooring is to allow nature to make-up for any errors. Follow these steps and you’ll be back on shore without a hitch: Approach the dock
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