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28 January 2009 05:52:25

Our Featured Marine ArticleBoat Trailer - 3 Effective Tips For Selecting The Right Accessories! By Abhishek Agarwal Hello and welcome to the world of boating and boat trailer accessories: it's a wide, wide world out there with many new and varied trimmings now available for boat owners looking to jazz up their beauties to make sailing adventures funky and functional at the same time. This craving for fun accessories that are transcend the boundaries of mere functionality to also provide a style quotient to the boat is the reason why are thinking beyond comfort in boat trailer accessories and going all out to buy tools they can take with them or just leave on board, in order to simplify life on the moving waters. Among the many different kinds of boat trailer accessories one can buy is the part that ensures proper anchorage of the boat to the trailer unit; tie downs like the ratcheting hook and latch varieties are a popular trimming option often considered by boat owners looking for family or romantic fun as with more people aboard the boat trailer, accessories become more important. 1. These accessories are useful to stretch across and function as links behind your boat to ensure it stays attached to the trailer unit in case of a problem with breakage of other security device; besides this, owners can look at different kinds of pulleys that can help lift the boat up to the trailer and keep it out of the water. The advantage of such a winch is that this will lock itself in place as the first security measure for a boat that could have floated away if not supported by tie-downs. 2. Useful boat trailer accessories include those that help a boat owner to affix the vessel in case of a need to tow it ashore. The only precaution a boat owner needs to take when buying a hitch is to ensure compatibility of the parts to enable ease in hooking up to prevent anyone from stealing these. Rollers for transferring the boat (so it can slide on to a trailer bed) with minimal risk to the hull are another good idea. 3. For those boat owners looking to perform some necessary boat maintenance operations on the trailer, there are several trailer jacks that are useful for air up or replacing trailer tires and oiling of moving parts; these ensure boat trailers stay in top condition. Support devices for checking light and wiring on the trailer, storage options for seat fabric protectors, a dehumidifier to keep mildew at bay and scraps for basic fabric seat cover repairs are other accessory ideas you can consider. Chains as good boat trailer accessories that secure the boat are a good choice as are tarpaulin covers for all weather protection for the boat, when not in use. About the author Abhishek has a passion for Boating since the last 30 years! Visit his website http://www.Boating-Guru.com and download his FREE Boating Report and learn some amazing Boating tips and tricks for FREE! Also discover some excellent ways to finance your Boat. But hurry, only limited Free copies available! http://www.Boating-Guru.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Abhishek_Agarwal Tips On jet boat for saleMost monohulls larger than a dinghy require ballast, depending on the design ballast will be 20 to 50 percent of the displacement. The ballast is often integrated into their keels as large masses of lead or cast iron. This secures the ballast and gets it as low as possible to improve it's effectivness. External keels are cast in the shape of the keel. A monohull's keel is made effective by a combination of weight, depth and length. Buy a new jet boat at our store. In France, Pierre Debroutelle came up with a prototype for an inflatable boat in 1934. The first boat of its kind to be certified by the French Navy, Zodiac's model probably sparked the development of the civil and military inflatable boat industry. Unlike its counterparts, the boat improved by Pierre Debroutelle in 1937 was actually designed in a U-shape, with the two lateral buoyancy chambers connected by a wooden transom patented on August 10, 1943. This version was the direct predecessor of today's inflatable sports and pleasure boats. Since then many new manufacturers, new models and new designs have hit the market. Buy a ranger 26 sailboat at our store. More Boating, Sailing And Marine InformationExercise on a sailing yacht at sea?Mon, 14 May 2007 20:18:51 +0200 When out to sea on a sailing yacht for extended periods how do you stay in shape, if you stay in shape? Calisthetics and maybe jump rope come to mind off hand .... Full discussion ..... Questions regarding communications while sailing and food preparation.Fri, 21 Oct 2005 11:57:13 +0200 Link] What did you use for communications while sailing? Did you have a satellite phone? We have a laptop, while we are at sea, do you have any suggestions for internet access ( I know this can get vastly expensive, where do you draw the line at spending?). A further simple question. In the the Caribbean, what is the best way to clean fruit & vegetables? I am really looking forward to the markets, but am skeptical about the flies that may (or may not) be crawling over them.... Click link for full answer. 2 Minute TimesMon, 12 Jan 2009 03:33:13 GMT Local stock: RBC Bank rises 95 cents, or 3.05percent, closing at $32.09. Wolverine slumps Huntsville-based copper fittings maker Wolverine Tube Inc. 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25 January 2009 09:40:59

Boating Article Of The Month Hints About used boat sales Boating, Sailing And Marine NewsSailing Crew Wanted For Canary Islands To ScotlandThu, 25 Oct 2007 10:19:09 +0200 I have a 36ft very well equipped sailing yacht and have just completed 25000mls single handed including 2 Atlantic crossings.I now feel it would be good to sail with a crew from the Canaries to Scotland in May 2008. Details .... Cruising and Sailing Wiki by CruiserLogThu, 25 Oct 2007 10:13:38 +0200 CruiserLog is proud to have established this new Cruising and Sailing Wiki so that all cruisers around the world can have free access to as much information on the topic as possible. This cruising and sailing Wiki is a resource to which all members are encouraged to freely contribute and help to build a great reference resource for the benefit of all cruisers that are sailing around the world. Details .... Sailing crew wanted from Halifax To Scandinavia.Mon, 20 Aug 2007 11:13:19 +0200 Need one experienced sailing crew member to sail yacht from Halifax to Copenhagen. We can sail Monday August 27. Right now we are 3, but one has got a back injury. It's a Morgan Out Island 41'. Speak English, German, Danish - Share food and Diesel expenses. It's non payed position. Details ... Temporary closure of Durban PortTue, 10 Oct 2006 19:40:23 +0200 As a prelude to planning for for the widening of the Durban Port Entrance Channel, it is necessary to close the channel to undertake geotechnical drilling. We have been advised that the port closure for geotechnical drilling to be carried out have been scheduled on the following dates, weather permitting: 14th/15th of October 21st/22nd of October 28th/29th of October Details......... For Winter Boating Fun, Join the Local Holiday Boat ParadeThink lights and decorations are just for your home this holiday season? Think again. A great way to include your favorite hobby in your festivities is to join...

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24 January 2009 19:23:31

Our Latest Boating Article More Info On waverunner partsBefore 1990, personal watercraft emissions were unregulated in the United States. Many were powered by two-stroke cycle engines, which are smaller and lighter than four-stroke cycle engines but much more polluting. Simple two-stroke engines are lubricated on a "total loss" method, mixing lubricating oil with their fuel; they are estimated to exhaust in excess of 25% of their fuel and oil unburned in addition to the products of incomplete and complete combustion. Buy a Yamaha watercraft at our store. Some Boating, Sailing And Marine StoriesChicago Mac Double Handed InfoChicago Yacht Club announced further details about opportunities for sailors wishing to race double handed in the 2009 Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac. 2009 marks the 101st running of 'the Mac,' the world's longest annual freshwater sailing distance race. The 101st Mac will start off Chicago's lakefront on Friday, ... Cruising and Sailing Wiki by CruiserLogThu, 25 Oct 2007 10:13:38 +0200 CruiserLog is proud to have established this new Cruising and Sailing Wiki so that all cruisers around the world can have free access to as much information on the topic as possible. This cruising and sailing Wiki is a resource to which all members are encouraged to freely contribute and help to build a great reference resource for the benefit of all cruisers that are sailing around the world. Details .... Pilot-House sailing yachts - how seaworthy?Wed, 20 Jun 2007 14:59:28 +0200 Other aspects of pilot-house sailing yachts that should be considered? Full discussion ..... Area boat plant getting more workFri, 09 Jan 2009 18:43:37 GMT Brunswick Corp. is shutting down its Riverview boat manufacturing facility near Knoxville, Tenn., with some of the work going to Sea Ray Boats in Flagler Beach. rhodes 22 sailboat

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02 January 2009 06:56:24

Our Featured Boating Writer Tips On hunter 170 sailboatA bass boat is a small, fast watercraft used for both recreational and tournament fishing. A bass boat generally has a low freeboard, is light in weight and offers high performance. Buy a pwc ski at our store. The SEADOO company has been producing personal watercraft since 1988 and will be celebrating its 20th year in business in 2008. They did however invent the sport with the first sit down Sea Doo in 1968 and 1969. However due to the engine technology of the time they abandoned the product for almost 20 years. Sport Boats were introduced in 1994 and used the same Rotax 2-Stroke engines used in their jet-skis. In 2003, SEADOO began to use Four-Stroke Rotax engines which were all fuel injected, and in certain models, were supercharged and intercooled to increase performance. All SEADOO models have 4-Stroke Rotax engines except for the one-person 3D-DI model which needs to use a 2-stroke engine in order to lessen weight. The most powerful option ever offered by these engines is Twin Rotax 4-Tec engines only in Sport Boats that combine two 215 hp (160 kW) supercharged intercooled engines used in the Speedster and 230 challenger models rated at 430 combined horsepower. Their new RXP-X and RXT-X now have 255 horsepower the most in the industry with a 0-50 mph speed in less than 2.9 seconds. Buy a cheap Kawasaki watercraft at our store. Jetboats were originally designed by Sir William Hamilton (who developed a waterjet in 1954) for operation in the fast-flowing and shallow rivers of New Zealand, specifically to overcome the problem of propellers striking rocks in such waters. Buy an outboard jet boat at our store. Boating, Sailing And Marine GaloreBrunswick amends revolving credit facilityTue, 23 Dec 2008 20:39:30 GMT LAKE FOREST, Ill. - " Marine industry giant Brunswick Corp. and a group of financial institutions have completed amending the company's revolving credit facility, the company reported in a statement earlier ... BT Leading Way Toward Ice GateThe capricious Saint Helena High Pressure System had considerably reduced tactical options for the frontrunners during the past 8 days, and predicting the fleet's movements from one position update to the next was a full-time job. On the water, it took determination and confidence in these troubled times, and in ... Hearty Sendoff for Ericsson Racing Team as Leg 3 BeginsCOCHIN, India - The Volvo Ocean Race returned to the high seas today for Leg 3. Ericsson Racing Team's Ericsson 4 began the leg as the overall race leader with 26 points, and Ericsson 3 is placed fifth, 11.5 points behind. According to the first position report issued for the leg ... | |

Boating Info

02 January 2009 06:55:59

Featured Marine Article Tips About colgate 26 sailboatRIB or sometimes known as RHIB (Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat) is a craft with a rigid hull and inflatable tube around the top. Inflatables can be moved and carried easily to their place of use, ribs may require a trailer. Most inflatables can be put together, inflated and ready to use in a short time. They have excellent performance, handling and versatility and are known to be very safe. They are made in a range of sizes from about 3 metres(10 feet) for a tender type, up to around 9 metres (30 feet) for an large offshore boat. They have also been used for other purposes apart from leisure such as search and rescue work with the coastguard and the Royal National Lifeboat Institution. Well known manufacturers of these boats include: Buy a cat sailboat at our store. Luxury sailing yachts generally 82 ft or longer, in recent years, these yachts have evolved from fairly simple vessels with basic accommodation into sophisticated and luxurious boats. This is largely due to reduced hull-building costs brought about by the introduction of fibreglass hulls, and increased automation and "production line" techniques for yacht building, especially in Europe. Buy great speed boats at our store. Repairing a inflatable boat yourself is a difficult and often costly task. It is a complex procedure and the glue, solvents, fabrics and tools required are not easy to get and are usually expensive. However, most dealers stock these items and will sell you them, some will even offer directions and advice. Be warned though that "self repairs" may end in a visit to the dealer anyways, so a dealer evaluation before you try is always the best idea to determine the difficulty of the repair. The Latest Boating, Sailing And Marine NewsWorld Cruising and Sailing Wiki - the free World Cruising Guide for cruising sailors.Mon, 3 Mar 2008 10:08:16 +0200 The World Cruising and Sailing Wiki has been established by Cruiserlog.com so that all cruising sailors around the world can have free access to as much information on cruising around the world as possible. This cruising and sailing Wiki is a resource to which all sailors are encouraged to freely contribute and thereby help to build a great reference resource for the benefit of all cruisers that are sailing around the world. The Cruiserlog World Cruising and Sailing Wiki's objectives:- * To provide all cruising sailors with a one-stop interactive resource which members can annotate, correct and add to. * To provide current information regarding cruising destinations. * To provide information that is based on recent factual experience. * To provide information that is easily understood and if possible, is supported by images and graphics. Full details .... Turkey To Asia - Summer 2008, Sailing Crew Wanted.Mon, 3 Mar 2008 10:21:38 +0200 I am looking for crew to help sail my boat to Asia this year. I usually sail single handed but am getting bored with my own company. The boat is a steel Van Dam Nordia Ketch. You do not need to be particularly experienced but some prior offshore sailing would be useful. Join the boat in Turkey in the spring. There are 3 separate cabins and 2 heads. We have dive gear and a compressor on board and will be diving along the way. All you need is a contribution towards your own food and drink. Genuine, happy and interesting people only please. Full details .... Parks Marina in Top Twenty of North American DealersSat, 20 Dec 2008 07:22:15 GMT With many marine businesses struggling under the pressure of today's economic reality, the boating industry's future depends now more than ever on consumers' ability to find dependable dealers capable of ... Central Florida Boaters Connect Through Social Networking SiteIf you are one of the 40,000 registered boaters in Brevard County, Florida you now have a social networking site to connect with other boaters in Central Florida. BoatBrevard.com... river jet boat bass ski boat 30 foot sailboat

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31 December 2008 12:54:12

Our Featured Marine Writer Tips On tartan sailboatOnce on the road to buying a boat, marine finance and boat insurance must be something to which you give serious thought. There are two ways that you can obtain fianance the first is via a Marine Mortgage which is more suitable for boats in excess of �10,000 , the second is via a Marine Loan which is more suitable for the smaller boats or for refitting boats. Insurance and registration of your boat will normally be required by the finance company. Buy a cutter sailboat at our store. All operators of powered watercraft used for recreational purposes within Canada will eventually require a boating license. The following three groups of boaters require the card IMMEDIATELY: * All operators of any powered watercraft under 4m in length (13.1ft) * All operators of PWC's (i.e.: sea-doos and jet skis) * All operators of any powered watercraft born after April 1, 1983 Find great used boat sales in our store. Your Latest Boating, Sailing And Marine NewsLooking For Experienced Crew - Long Term AvailableTue, 27 May 2008 21:08:48 +0200 Hello everyone! I am at a crossroads in my life and am excited for the next adventure. My plan is to purchase a sailboat with the proceeds from the sale of my business and live/cruise/relax/explore for 6 months of the year- every year! (if anyone has any recommendations for what I should buy - I'm all ears - I'm looking to spend around $200kusd and like the idea of a multi hull) I have limited sailing experience but am certified in advanced navigation standard and off shore cruising standard by CYA. Because of my limited on water experience I am looking for an experienced person to be the "captain" of the boat and teach me along the way! Hopefully the candidate will be easy to get a long with and will be able to stay with the boat long term. (I will need someone to sail/maintain her when I'm not there for 6 months of the year!) The crew will only be expected to contribute an equal share of the cost of food and drinks. All boat costs (fuel, fees, marinas, etc.,) will be covered by me!. Each person is to cover their own travel expenses to/from the boat and their costs of personal visas, etc. Details .... Another free sailing ebook available for download.Tue, 4 Oct 2005 20:42:13 +0200 Link] Another FREE ebook has been added to the list of sailing, cruising and general boating ebooks at "Cruising Connections". The "Cruisers' Dictionary" by JeanneP is an extremely useful publication of "tips & hints" for EVERY ocean cruiser as well as all those intending to go off cruising. Click link for full details. MBY writer Dag Pike leads Round BritainOldest man in the race is leading the race. Ciguatera, A Danger For Yacht Crews Sailing In The TropicsSun, 16 Sep 2007 12:09:24 +0200 When catching dinner, how concerned are cruisers and sailors about catching fish which carry the Ciguatera toxin? I only know what amounts to 'folklore'. In Australian waters many anglers avoid eating large fish which are known to dwell amid coral reefs. The parrot fish (beautiful fillets!!) is known to be particularly prone to Ciguatera. I understand that fish caught in deep water, or away from coral, do not carry Ciguatera. Is this correct? Full discussion ....

Boating Updates

29 December 2008 19:08:05

Latest Marine Article Learn More About seadoo ski boatAfter purchasing your boat, the next sensible step would be to insure it against the usual hazards of owning a boat which include damage, sinking, collision, theft etc, along with third party insurance especially if your boat is to be moored in a marina or harbour. You will also find guidance and links on boat insurance within the Boat Insurance section. Remember that insurance on a boat is not a legal requirement, unlike car insurance, though it may be required if you have any form of marine finance. Buy a sloop sailboat at our store. The stability of an inflatable boat, thanks to its large buoyancy tubes and resulting low center of gravity, is such that under normal circumstances it is practically impossible to capsize. This quality, which is essential to safe confident navigating, is especially appreciated by divers and fisherman. Jetboats were originally designed by Sir William Hamilton (who developed a waterjet in 1954) for operation in the fast-flowing and shallow rivers of New Zealand, specifically to overcome the problem of propellers striking rocks in such waters. Buy an outboard jet boat at our store. Boating, Sailing And Marine StoriesCats on board a sailing yacht?Fri, 12 Jan 2007 17:00:30 +0200 I want to bring 2 cats (that already have live-aboard status on my sailing yacht). How can I find out who has already done this, and/or the laws and regulations that may require quarantines? Click for answer ... Sailing west across the Indian Ocean from Australia?Fri, 22 Dec 2006 23:33:59 +0200 Tony Herrick has published two new marine ebooks covering the sailing passage across the Indian Ocean. 1) "Indian Ocean Crossing Notes - East to West and West to East". 2) "Cruising the Islands & Atolls of the Mozambigue Channel" And of course his ebook "Welcome to Durban - A Sailor's Guide" - to assist sailors to make safe landfall in South Africa. Details ...... Caribbean or Bahamas - where to keep a yacht?Sat, 1 Dec 2007 13:25:38 +0200 This is a somewhat general question but where would be a good place to moor a yacht - the Bahamas or in the Caribbean? When I say good, I mean a combination of relatively cheap-to-fly- to, close to an airport, relatively cheap and safe to moor a sailing yacht that is also a good cruising destination. Full discussion ....

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29 December 2008 18:52:07

Hints About cheap ski boatSome inflatable boats are still made from a rubber-based fabric called Hypalon. While this is still a very good material, its major downfall is that it can only be joined by gluing, done manually. Problems including poor bonds, delamination of seams or fabric can still affect these glued fabrics. Today, many inflatables are manufactured from polyurethane fabrics, although larger inflatables (particularly RIBs used for rescue or military purposes) use hypalon because thicker hypalon fabrics are still considered to be stronger and more durable than polyurethane. There are some hypalon fabrics that are "2-ply" or a double unit made up of hypalon/weave/hypalon/weave/hypalon and are used for extreme situations including bumper padding, bow skirts, anti-chafe patches and similar applications. Boating, Sailing And Marine News From Around The WorldSailing Crew Wanted - Panama and into the PacificSat, 23 Jun 2007 18:01:30 +0200 We are currently in Colon awaiting transit through the Panama Canal and we need at least one person with sailing crew experience to crew from Panama to the Pacific. We are going onto Australia but there is no need to go all the way. Details ..... Crew Wanted From Seychelles To TurkeyThu, 8 Nov 2007 21:00:30 +0200 I have a Catana 44 cat in the Seychelles and want to leave here in late December for Djbouti and on up the Red Sea. I want two down to earth sailing crew who enjoy exploring, bonus if you like diving and snorkeling, but most of all easy to get along with and have a bit of sailing experience. Details .... Ericsson Racing Team Hunting for Zephyrs off IndiaEricsson 4 went into Stealth mode this morning, opting to hide itself from the fleet as it crawled towards the Leg 2 finish of the Volvo Ocean Race in Cochin, India.Torben Grael and the International crew were back on the leaderboard at 1603 GMT this afternoon, approximately 36 nautical miles ... Seasickness?Mon, 6 Nov 2006 20:08:44 +0200 Use the original Sea-Band for seasickness while out sailing - The Sea-Band has been clinically tested against nausea and vomiting in travel, helping combat seasickness. It's also been proven to be effective in pregnancy, anaesthesia, chemotherapy and all conditions which induce nausea. Details..... Cruising the Indian Ocean - Yacht Seerose.Wed, 17 Jan 2007 15:34:14 +0200 A narrative about Yacht Seerose sailing in the Indian Ocean - from Durban, South Africa to SE Asia. Narrative ...... |

Boating Information

24 December 2008 10:48:24

Boat Covers - Its Countless Uses By David Faulkner One should not entertain a second thought when buying boat covers. Their function should not be underestimated. Boat covers are the fastest and most economical way of protecting your boat. Investing in one would not be a waste since its use can be maximized over extensive storage time especially during the winter season. Boat covers can also be utilized during sailing, hauling, and docking. As such, they can be tailor-made or semi-tailor made lift canopies designed for every boat that you can imagine. There are tailor-made boat covers for a specific brand, built, and type of boat. Darts and tugs make it possible for boat covers to fit the boats to a T and thus offer maximum protection. The materials are of high-grade marine canvas but are reasonably priced. These, plus the experienced craftsmanship involved in producing such boat covers, explain their popularity among customers. These are generally water-resistant boat covers. There are others that are made from tarpaulin. Either way, these serve useful functions in docking, winter storage, sailing, new or used boats, ski boats, pontoon, fishing, deck boats, v-hull, tri-hull, inflatable, or bass boats. There are also boat covers with a wide range of fabrics of different hues to match the boat�s color. The fabrics are not of the ordinary kind. They are strong and durable and are cured against sun, mold, and mildew harshness. They are also made to be flexible, unbreakable, or not easily worn. Product standards ascertain the boat covers' durability and strength. The main fabric material is further strengthened and protected by a heavy vinyl sewn as an underlining in particularly weak areas. The seams are sewn with two- to four-ply double stitches using thread that is rot- and mildew-resistant. As an added reinforcement, ultraviolet-resistant polyester rope is stitched on the hem surrounding with durable web tie-down loops and D-rings to ensure the secureness of the boat covers. The semi-tailored boat covers are also available in a wide array of shapes to suit different types of boats. They also offer similar protection and resistance features as their tailor-made counterparts. Boat lift canopies, while providing a certain degree of protection, are not as extensive as the tailor-made or semi-tailor made boat covers. Boat covers may be obtained directly from suppliers and distributors and carry a five-year warranty on the products. About the author You can also find more info on Boat Docks and Boat Insurance. Boatupgrade.com is a comprehensive resource to know about Boat Accessories Like Covers, Lifts, Storage and more. 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Parks Marina in Top Twenty of North American DealersSat, 20 Dec 2008 07:22:15 GMT With many marine businesses struggling under the pressure of today's economic reality, the boating industry's future depends now more than ever on consumers' ability to find dependable dealers capable of ... Turkey To Asia - Summer 2008, Sailing Crew Wanted.Mon, 3 Mar 2008 10:21:38 +0200 I am looking for crew to help sail my boat to Asia this year. I usually sail single handed but am getting bored with my own company. The boat is a steel Van Dam Nordia Ketch. You do not need to be particularly experienced but some prior offshore sailing would be useful. Join the boat in Turkey in the spring. There are 3 separate cabins and 2 heads. We have dive gear and a compressor on board and will be diving along the way. All you need is a contribution towards your own food and drink. Genuine, happy and interesting people only please. Full details .... |

Boating Info

20 December 2008 15:59:29

Featured Boating ArticleBoat Storage Covers - The Importance Of Boat Storage Cover! By Abhishek Agarwal Where would you park your boat, when not in use? Mostly in the garage? Or in your backyard perhaps? Wherever you put your boat away, it is important that it is in a perfect condition for your next boating experience. Because, no matter how closed your place is dust, moisture and various other things in the air can cause lot of damages to your boat. It is, therefore, important that you fully cover your boat with Boat Storage Covers, when not in use. Besides the conditions of the storage place rains, snow, storm and hot sun too have their effect on the boat. The hot sun can wear the seats, and pale the paint of your boat. Rain and snow cause dew and water droplets to form at various places of your boat, leading to water entering your engine. All these could do a lot of damage to your boat. Using boat storage covers to keep your boat covered helps you even if you keep your boat outdoors. Boats are generally made of fiber glass or aluminium. There are lot of elements in the air that can cause the paint to peel, excessive dust and mud particles that can abrate your shining surface, moisture and dust entering the exhaust etc. These could affect the good condition of you boat, if left uncovered. You may need to take time and spend a lot of money in putting your boat in order each time you intend to go boating. Boat storage covers are available in different materials to suit your budget as well as the storage conditions. If you were parking your boat in the open air, a cover made of synthetic canvas would be most ideal. On the other hand, if you keep your boat in your garage, then a thin cover of plastic or even natural canvas would be sufficient to keep the harmful elements away. While considering boat storage covers, you may also have to consider if the place where you store your boat would invite bugs and insects. Covers like the natural canvas, though are quite inexpensive, are good refuge for bug colonies. You wouldn't want to spend time shooing the bugs and insects away just when you want to enjoy a good boat ride. Boat storage covers help in retaining the shine and sheen of your boat, while also keeping the harmful elements away from the delicate parts of the boat. They also keep away insects and bugs. Your boat would look just as good as new with a few wipes here and there. Therefore, no matter where you park your boat, indoors or outdoors, and for as little time as you choose, it is always important to cover with boat storage covers. About the author Abhishek has a passion for Boating since the last 30 years! Visit his website http://www.Boating-Guru.com and download his FREE Boating Report and learn some amazing Boating tips and tricks for FREE! Also discover some excellent ways to finance your Boat. But hurry, only limited Free copies available! http://www.Boating-Guru.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Abhishek_Agarwal More Info On small sailboats , which use underwater wings or struts to lift the vessel clear of the water, standard jetboats use a conventional planing hull to ride across the water surface, with only the rear portion of the hull displacing any water. With the majority of the hull clear of the water, there is reduced drag, greatly enhancing speed and maneuverability, so jetboats are normally operated at planing speed. At slower speeds with less water pumping through the jet unit, the jetboat will lose some steering control and maneuverability and will quickly slow down as the hull comes off its planing state and hull resistance is increased. However, loss of steering control at low speeds can be negated by lowering the reverse deflector slightly and increasing throttle - so you increase thrust and thus control without increasing boat speed itself. A conventional river-going jet boat will have a shallow-angled (but not flat-bottomed) hull to improve its high speed cornering control and stability while also allowing it to traverse very shallow water. At speed, jetboats can be safely operated in less than 3 inches to (7.5 cm) of water. Buy a bombardier jet boat at our store. Some Boating, Sailing And Marine StoriesBlue FPT takes Round Britain leadFiat powered racer leaps ahead. Seattle To Hawaii And Guam - Sailing Crew Needed.Mon, 17 Sep 2007 10:42:01 +0200 I need 2 or 3 sailing crew for Seattle to Hawaii and on to Guam. I will depart from Seattle/Port Angeles on or about 1 September and leave the boat in Guam. The boat is a 42 ft Cheoy Lee, well outfitted and solid. I am expecting to allow 2 months for the trip to Guam including 10 days port time in Hawaii for refitting and repair. Details .... VHF Afloat, Third edition Boat Shows Galore in JanuaryThe winter boat show season is heating up! During the holiday months of November and December, there were very few boat shows for boating enthusiasts to attend. Not... Sailing crew wanted from East Pacific to AustraliaThu, 7 Jun 2007 14:45:56 +0200 We are currently in Galapagos and sailing for Marguesas in 2-4 weeks. You must have at least some sailing experience in something bigger than 40ft preferably with some offshore passage experience and any engineering and electrical know how will be a big advantage. Details ..... |

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