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  1. How-To / Maintenance

    How to Apply Varnish to a Wooden Boat

    Zuzana Prochazka
    Mar 29, 2019

    When attempting to prep and apply marine varnish to a wooden boat, even the worst perfectionists should just go with the flow. …Read More

  2. How-To / Maintenance

    Boat Lifts: Options, Maintenance, Repairs

    Brett Becker
    Mar 15, 2019

    When you need to store your boat, consider a boat lift—here's everything you need to know about buying and owning boat lifts and pontoon boat lifts. …Read More

  3. How-To / Seamanship

    Boat Launch: Ramp Etiquette for Loading and Unloading

    Jeff Hemmel
    Mar 7, 2019

    Once you've discovered the right boat launch in your area, you'll want to ensure that you know the general rules and guidelines to follow when learning how to launch your boat. …Read More

  4. How-To / Maintenance

    Gel Coat Restoration

    Lenny Rudow
    Feb 8, 2019

    Faded, chalky, oxidized gel coat can be brought back to its original luster and shine, with these simple steps. …Read More

  5. How-To / Buying & Selling

    Buying the Right Outboard Motor

    Alex Smith
    Jan 11, 2019

    With an array of outboard engines now available in today's market—including models from Mercury Marine, Yamaha, Seven Marine, Evinrude and others—it pays to know what you’re after when looking to buy. …Read More

  6. How-To / Buying & Selling

    Five Reasons You Should Own a Sailboat

    Kim Kavin
    Dec 24, 2018

    From small sailboats to large cruisers, there's something to say about working with nature to power your craft. Here's a few top reasons that you may considering buying and owning a sailboat. …Read More

  7. How-To / Buying & Selling

    Boat Prices and Boat Values

    Lenny Rudow
    Dec 13, 2018

    How and where you can find an accurate value for your boat, to determine boat prices and insurance values. …Read More

  8. How-To / Maintenance

    Preserving Boat Propellers: Four Ways to Make Your Prop Last Longer

    Brett Becker
    Dec 6, 2018

    Though they have no moving parts of their own, boat propellers can benefit greatly from routine care. …Read More

  9. How-To / Seamanship

    Serving Champagne on a Yacht: the Do's and Don'ts

    Nicholas James
    Nov 30, 2018

    Ready to pop the bubbly? Here's some good advice to follow the next time you find yourself sipping champagne on board a mega yacht. …Read More

  10. How-To / Maintenance

    Winterizing Your Boat's Fuel Tank

    Lenny Rudow
    Oct 25, 2018

    Should you leave your boat’s gasoline fuel tank full or empty during winter storage? Here’s what you need to know to winterize your fuel system. …Read More

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