You’re not legally required to name your boat. However, you’re not legally required to name your kid, either. Some things are simply a good idea. The general rule is that yachts, sailboats, houseboats or any other boats that are longer than 30 feet should get a name. However, smaller boats like fishing boats or speed …
There are several ways a boat can end up with two names and they’re all perfectly fine and normally acceptable. Possible circumstances for this include owning a boat with the same name as someone else’s boat, renaming a previously owned and previously named boat, having an old boat and a new boat with the exact …
Have you ever driven a boat and felt uncomfortable maneuvering the watercraft because its steering wheel and controls were on its right side? A boat’s steering wheel is on the starboard side of the boat because it provides the best view of oncoming traffic. In other words, its placement is a matter of safety. When …
Asked what the difference between a boat and a ship was, an old naval captain replied, “A ship needs a captain and a crew of specialists, one fool can operate a boat!” This may be accurate, but when it comes to the differences between a ship and a boat, it is a little less cut …
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 …
Bernardo of Nautical Ventures says, “Choosing a motor for your boat is a big deal because it becomes the heart and soul of every trip to the lake or ocean that you make.” I think I agree. It can make or break your boating adventure, depending on what you use your watercraft for. Bear with …
There is a saying about boat ownership, that your two favorite days with your boat are the day that you get it and the day that you sell it. It is symbolic of the size of the commitment that comes with boat ownership, that in many ways is greater than that of your car. Cue …
The image of the pontoon boat is probably familiar to most readers of this article. If they have seen a World War II movie, then they have no doubted spotted floating raft-like devices used to transport equipment across rivers or to serve as a temporary bridge. As a former Navy man, I saw them put …
Boat motors aren’t cheap! There are several factors that influence the cost of new and used boat motors, such as the features they offer, the size of the motor, and whether it’s new or used. Even with all these factors in mind, there are several other factors that influence how much you pay at the …