The language of boating hits landlubbers in their ears with the same amount of sense as would be the case if Ubangi were being tossed into the air. Starboard tacks have points but only sails have heads. A sheet is a rope, not a sail- and a rope isn't a rope, but is a line. 'Tis a strange sort of lingo and you must know at least a bit of it before y

It is amazing how quickly how boats can become so dirty. Here are a few tips to bring back that new boat look. Wash the outside with a mild detergent. Sometimes it's tempting to whip out the industrial cleaner, but believe me it will only cost you more time in the future. Strong cleaners remove the wax, leaving the finish vulnerable to dirt and

Looking for a new boat are you? If so, then you should know that buying a new boat is not like buying a bicycle for your son. The decision to buy a boat is a major one as it is considered as a luxury purchase. It's not a matter of finding the one that looks good, whip out your cash and then off you go boating. It's a matter of finding everything yo

Haines Hunter has been a well respected name in the Australian boating industry for many years now. They make a wide range of boats for both family cruising and fishing. They are renowned for their quality and innovative design. Even now as early models are getting on in years, the quality of manufacture still shines through. If you are in the mark

How do you get to the grocery store when your a thousand miles from shore, and a thousand and two miles from the nearest grocery store? The short answer is you don't. The longer answer will be presented here, and it begins with a trip down below to see what you've got stashed in the galley of your boat. Provisioning for a extended boating trip i

A true ocean passage is the ultimate sailing experience. A passage brings together all the elements of sailing - preparation, planning, boat handling, weather analysis - the ultimate challenge, but also the ultimate in fun. This diary documents a 1000 nautical mile passage sailed in May 1006 from St Thomas, USVI to Georgetown, Bermuda. Day

Adventure sports are very much the in thing today and one of them is river rafting. The thrill and sense of adventure adds to the fun of this sport. Although the professional and reliable guides are at times flummoxed at the way guests or tourists conduct themselves, they are well trained to handle even the most timid ones. It's certainly not li

Even if you have years of boating experience, finding the best boat can still be a tiring task. Whether you are looking for fishing boats or yachts for sale, there are still some basic things you need to look out for. Among the several kinds of boats for sale, you have to choose one that fits your needs best. Figure out what is the most import

There is plenty of advice available on how to buy a sailboat. Unfortunately, much of it is written by those in the sailboat building or sailboat selling business - in other words, someone with a vested interest in steering you one way or another. If you have read those articles, you will quickly realize that this article is different. The suggestio

When you buy a boat, you may also choose to rent a boat dock in the marina. If you do, you'll likely decide to purchase some boat dock accessories. This will make the dock more user friendly. It will brighten it up and make it more personal. The first step is to determine what sort of boat dock accessories you want or need for your dock site. I

The Regal 3880 Flybridge sports cruiser offers both high performance sports boating and luxury cruising in one package. This boat gives you the best of both worlds. The Regal 3880 Flybridge will have you cruising at the same speed that other comparable cruisers will be redlining thanks to the boat's powerful engines and sleek styling. When you'

The temperature is warming and its that time again and I'm sure everyone is as anxious to get back out on the water as I am. Its tempting to pull off the cover and just go, but there are 5 things you should take care of first to avoid the maiden voyage from Hades, well you get my point. Step one on the list is the battery. I can't stress this e

Are you someone who loves adventure and or extreme sports? Do you love the challenges of the water? If you have said yes to these two questions then you will love to try whitewater rafting. And if you have been adventurous enough already to have tried this exhilarating water sport then you know what I am talking about. Whitewater rafting can b

Failure to winterize can cause your boat to suffer significant damage such as cracks that cause leaks, corrosion, frozen pipes, interior damage, and fuel degradation. The first thing to do is to fill the gas tank to prevent condensation, oxidation, and subsequent spoilage, and add enough stable to condition the fuel for storage. After the fuel

Boating can be fun. However, it can also be a nightmare if you don't have the right accessories with you and your life depends on it. Imagine when you are in the middle of an ocean or a lake, and suddenly your boat stops and you have no idea what is wrong with your boat. What do you do? What's worse, it is pitch black and you cannot see a thing.