I am not a wealthy man, but over the years I have gained a few wealthy friends. One of them invited me out their boat the other day. I have rarely been on such a vessel, and I was struck by how well-designed and well-maintained the seats were. At times, I could not tell if …

The transom and stern of a boat are the same, but they are not. The stern is a location at the back of the boat. The transom, however, is the part of a vessel furthest to the back of a boat. The transom is structurally tied together with the keel and sides of the boat. The …

Boat fenders are one of the easiest and most effective methods of protecting your boat. They give your boating neighbors peace of mind while saving you money from any impact on the hull. The purpose of boat fenders is to work as cushions that absorb the shock caused by bumps against other vessels, pilings, and …

The National Marine Manufacturers Association has found that approximately 100 million individuals go boating each year. That means there are millions of boats on the water across the globe. As a result, propellers have made a major splash within this industry, with the types of propellers continually expanding as boat technology improves. If you’re interested in purchasing …

Once, Sabrina, the MIT-trained boat engineer, had replaced the Family Jewels’ boat battery and steering system, and given the vessel a thorough and satisfactory service, I finally was able to take it into open waters and do a spot of fishing. It was while out on one such occasion, that, to my surprise, I found …

After Sabrina, the MIT-trained boat engineer, had fixed and done the necessary touch-ups on Family Jewels, I got ready to take her (the boat that is) out of the boathouse to the mariner. With one turn of the ignition, Family Jewels’ engine purred into life. To warm her up, I reved a couple of times, …

I spent years dreaming of purchasing a lakefront property. Once I finally found my dream home, I was confronted with an unexpected decision. What kind of dock should I choose?  I learned that there are many types of docks. Which one is right for you will depend on your body of water, weather conditions, and …

Do you have any idea how heavy a sit-on-top kayak is to carry when it’s full of water? Or how unpleasant it is to sit on the back of a boat with water sloshing around your feet? If you do, then you’ll understand why boat scuppers are so valuable. Surely it makes sense, doesn’t it, …

There’s nothing like being out on the water. Athletes who rely on that water for competitions know not to take great weather for granted. Ancient Egyptians felt the same way, they started racing on the Nile pretty much as soon as they could build reliable vessels on the river. That infinite love for showing the utmost skill …

Since the first person floated down a river on a log, many types of boats have evolved. Even dugouts made from logs are a hull type. They have round bottoms, as do most canoes. Understanding the pros and cons of each hull type can help when looking for a boat to purchase. Each hull type …