I’ve owned several boats over the years, and one of the essential pieces of equipment on any watercraft is the battery. A good battery is critical whether you’re using your boat for fishing, water sports, or cruising around. So how long do boat batteries last? Here’s everything you need to know about boat batteries and …
Boat Accessories
As an avid boater and owner of a small boat, I am often asked the question, “Can you use car wax for a boat?” My answer is usually a resounding no! Here’s why. What is the Difference Between Car Wax and Boat Wax? Car wax and boat wax may look similar, but they are pretty …
There are many things that you can DIY on your boat, including the battery system. Don’t make the mistake of cutting corners when it comes to securing the batteries you use. They need to be protected and vented so that they can operate safely. Do boat batteries need to be In a box? Yes. Whether …
If you are thinking about using polyester to repair your boat, you need to rethink your decision. While 0polyester proves to be a great adhesive, it is not the best choice for boat repair. Polyester lacks the strong bonding material that you find in epoxy. If you are going to use Polyester resin for installing …
As the proud owner of a boat, I have a couple of options when it comes time to paint its bottom. Those options are a hull paint or a gelcoat finish. The experts in marine maintenance have fixed and buffed out boats painted with either product, each one resulting in a finish that was shiny …
I remember vividly getting ready to take out my sailboat and making my gear checklist. Of course, the first piece of gear entered on the list would be my trusted boat shoes. Durable with superior traction on most wet or nautical surface types, including powerboats and sailboats. I always felt safe and secure wearing them …
Imagine you’re out on the water, enjoying a day of sailing with your friends. Suddenly, a gust of wind catches your boat and sends it spinning towards the shoreline. You scramble to grab the oars, but it’s too late – you’ve run aground. If only you’d had the right shoes on, you could have easily …
I no sooner bought a Hewescraft boat, which wasn’t cheap and leased a marina slip and now I’m neck-deep in researching and buying boat accessories. It’s fast-becoming a hobby for me but it’s been fun. While there are many parts of a boat, there are more boat accessories you can buy. When it comes to …