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Boating for Beginners

Purchasing a boat is a wonderful way to spend a day on the lake or open seas without having to worry about all of the hassles that come with renting, and there are plenty of listings for watercrafts online. Boat types range from jet skis that can fit up to three people, to large yachts that can fit dozens of people. Beginners looking for a boat should decide on a boat type, gain experience handling a boat, understand the expenses associated with ownership, and have access to a vehicle capable of towing the boat. Boat Types Beginners often get overwhelmed with searching for a boat due to the large selection that is available. A helpful tip is to examine your choices before making a purchase. Basic boats come in several class types defined by their size and hull design. Boat Size (feet) Hull Cabin Use Jet Ski 9 to 14 Single No Works best for one or two people
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Top 10 Aluminum Fishing Boats

Fishing on shore is fine, but nothing beats chasing that big catch into open water on a boat. Many anglers prefer aluminum fishing boats because they are a budget-friendly option and often designed especially for fishing, offering features such as rod storage, livewells for storing caught fish, and wide casting platforms for easy maneuverability. Looking at the various features each boat offers as well as specs, such as seating capacity and length, help shoppers find the best option. 1. Crestliner 1750 Fish Hawk Aluminum Fishing Boat A boat designed with anglers in mind, the Crestliner 1750 Fish Hawk features spacious livewells and a large bow-casting platform to make fishing easy. This aluminum fishing boat has deep storage compartments to accommodate gear, a center rod locker that can accommodate up to 10 rods along with a spare battery, and a 15-gallon stern livewell to store fish that have been caught. 2. Tracker Pro 170 Aluminum Fishing Boat The 2014 Tracker Pro 170 is an all-we

Top 10 Aluminum Boats

The sun rises over the river as the aluminum boat floats on the rippling water, and the fishermen delicately cast lures that drop into the deeper water next to the bank. Durable aluminum boats range from lightweight boats used on shallow rivers and marshes to dual-purpose boats ready for family fun on Saturday and fishing on Sunday. When a boater seeks a new boat from the top 10 aluminum boats, he or she should consider the boat's use, number of people it carries, and durability prior to purchase. 1. Tracker Pro Team 175 TXW Tracker's best selling bass boat, the Tracker Pro Team 175 TXW features an environmentally friendly powder coat finish that reduces the volatile organic compound emissions produced by a painted product. The fully welded aluminum hull prevents punctures on rocks and other hazards as the driver navigates shallow waters. 2. Alumacraft Competitor 175 CS At 1,285 pounds, the Alumacraft Competitor 175 CS is lightweight and easy to tow compared to mos

Electric Boats have been used for over 120 years

Whether you prefer new or used boats, there are many top quality boats to choose from. Many people enjoy boats for leisurely everyday activities or for special occasions in order to impress their friends and family members. While sail or diesel engines power many boats, a more popular boat option is electric boats. Take a look at the following blog post to learn more about electric boats. Owning a boat can be a great experience. You will be able to use your boat to sit back and relax during your free time, entertain a variety of guests, and take advantage of new opportunities. Before choosing to buy a boat, you will need to decide what type of boat to buy. Many people choose to purchase electric boats because of their convenience. A sailboat or diesel boat can also be another option, but they take more work to use. Electric energy has to be obtained for the battery bank from some source. A mains charger allows the boat to be charged from shore-side power when available. Shor

List of Boat Gear Companies

Boats have been used for centuries for fishing. Modern boats are much more than just floating platforms for casting nets or throwing spears to harvest fish. Whether a big-water cruiser, deep-V lake troller, pontoon boat, jon boat, a canoe or fishing kayak, anglers on boats have tremendous advantages over shore fishermen. Having a boat is a great start, but having the right boat gear is essential to a successful boating trip... List of Boating Gear Companies : used boat lift, davits boat hois, boat lift motors, boat electronics, downriggers, planer boards, divers, attractors, rod holders and track systems, drift socks and trolling bags, and boat accessories, etc. Company name Adress Phones Brower Systems Costa Mesa CA 949-722-6281 California Boat Lift Sales Discovery Bay CA 925-360-5438 Dock Doctor, The Daytona Beach DL 386-255 -7111 Ace Boat Hoist/Florida Boatlifts Tampa FL 813-873-1614 All Boat Lift Parts Cape Coral FL 239-340-4780 All Power Marine Boatlifts & Doc

Used Fishing Boats - Things to Look For

Used fishing boats are really easy to find when you are in the market for a new watercraft. Because fishing is the number one reason that people buy boats, you should have no trouble finding something that will suit your needs. However, there are some very specific things that you need to look for in order to make sure that you are getting the most boat for your money and that you're not getting a raw deal by buying someone else's problem. Here are some things that you need to check out when buying used fishing boats: Is the boat clean? If a seller can't even clean their boat before they put it on the market, they might not have been taking good care of the boat while they owned it, either. This might sound like a minor or trivial element, but it actually does matter. Take the time to look around and check for problems and avoid anyone who seems less than caring about the boat that they have for sale. Never buy boats if you don't know what you are buying . Yo

Importance of Boats & Their Types

The invention of boats have played a significant role in trade and traveling. Apart from being useful for human needs and meeting demands through transporting crops and raw material, boats have become a status symbol for many people. Owning a boat or a ferry is like owning a car for them. The types of boats are endless being used for different purposes according to their structure and mechanism. Till the mid of 19th century all boats were made of wood which was later replaced by other material for stronger and durable boats. The material needed to build up a boat like plastic, Styrofoam or fiberglass is so easily available that people end up building one themselves without any professional help. The innovation of boats may be years and centuries ago which later on with the technology and facilities resulted in the modern ships and boats we can see these days in the water. While aero planes play an important role in trading and transporting crops and material, boats and ships are no

Protect Your Boat So It will Last Longer

If you are going to go out and buy a boat, you might as well be sure to keep it safe from the weather. A lot of people do not take the time to take care of their boat, but you have to remember that it is just like a car. It has to be kept up and everything running smoothly. However, one of the biggest things that ruins boats is not normal wear and tear. The weather itself is your boat's worst nightmare. You have to be able to protect it from the weather, or you are going to be out of a boat real soon. After spending so much money on a boat, you might as well keep it safe. There are a lot of things you can do to protect your boat, but one of the biggest things that you can do is protect it from the weather. Now this can involve a lot of different things, but I am going to give you a few tips to be sure your boat stays looking good all year around. First of all, do not think that letting it rain in your boat is fine. Sure, it make not look like it is going to hurt anything,

You, Your Family, & Pontoon Boats

Spending the day with your family is important, and something that everyone needs to set aside time to do. However, it's hard to come up with fun actives that everyone in your family is going to enjoy. As it turns out, boating is one of the fastest growing hobbies in the United States of America. People are saving up their money so that they can get a boat to take their family out on. If you are going to take your family out on a boat, there is no better choice than a Pontoon Boat. Everyone loves boating, and this is why it's the perfect way to spend time with your whole family. Growing up, my family had a Pontoon boat, and it brings back a lot of good memories for me. Nothing beats the whole family spending the whole day out there on the lake, laughing and having a good time. If you would like to help your kids build these kinds of memories, the easiest way to do that is using a Pontoon boat. Memories like these are said to be very important for kids as they grow up. As it

ShoreStation Aluminum Boat Hoists

ShoreStation Aluminum boat hoist lineup is more complete and advanced than ever before! From the smallest - for 800 lb. fishing boats, to the largest - for 6000 lb. cruisers, you'll get years of convenient, dependable operation. One of the most important features of this boat hoist is the time-tested ShoreStation winch. Virtually unchanged for over 40 years, it offers smoother lifting and dependability far superior to any ordinary winch. In the "up" position, there are no moving parts left in the water which minimizes corrosion. ShoreStation combined the lasting durability of aluminum with galvanized steel for added strength in critical areas. Fully-carpeted to protect the hull surface and perfectly positioned to keep the boat centered during launching and loading. Aluminum Extrusions - in addition to their superior environmental endurance, extrusions eliminate the need for aluminum welds while adding to the strength and stability of the hoist.

10000 lbs Aluminum Boat Lifts

These aluminum boat lifts (by "Boat Lift Warehouse") mount on four pilings and support up to 10,000 lbs. These lifts come with a direct drive unit that is maintenance free so there is no more climbing all over your lift to grease it. The boat lifts have stainless steel piling mounts to eliminate corrosion at the piling that can happen to aluminum mounts. Quality Boat Lifts have a 10 year structural warranty (available is the premium stainless steel motors) Aluminum Boat Lift Features: (2) 3/4 HP motors with maintenance free direct drive units Stainless steel motors available Lifts your boat at 23" per minute Lift holds a boat up to 10,000 lbs. Boat lift bottom beam is 8" x 5" Boat lift cable wedge locks provide easy cable adjustment Aluminum Boat Lift Reqirements: 5.7 amps @ 240V 11.4 amps @ 120V (4) 8" diameter pilings support the boat lift Piling spacing 150" center on center from port to starboard Piling spacing 144" cente

EZ-Dock Port 4 Boat Lift for boats up to 20 feet in length and 2000 lbs in weight

The EZ-Dock Port boat lift system can be used under conditions in which traditional lifts cannot. Because boat lift system floats, EZ-Dock Port can be used where water levels vary widely: river, lake, and ocean bottoms are soft, or where access makes it difficult to install other types of boat lifts. Boat Lift specifications: Adjustable polyurethane Stoltz Super Rollers ™ High-quality Fulton XLT series winch Modular intermediate section Protective bow stop Sculpted stern section aids boarding Low maintenance Boat launching strap Beige color Docking is as simple as loading onto a roller bed trailer, and this unique docking option will keep your boat high and dry-free from impacts, floating debris, algae, and barnacles...

Personal Mini Boat Lifts

The Mini Lift is ideal for extreme tidal areas, as well as lakes and other waterways, because the lift-car is designed to travel or stop along the full length of the track. The mini lift is perfect for lifting a Jet Boat, small Sailboat or up to 2 PWCs. Mini Boat Lift features: 1,500 lb. Mini Lift for 2 PWCs, Pile Mounted Galvanized Steel construction Electric Winch Adjustable Chocks PVC Inboard Guide Posts Installs to a dock seawall or piling Mini Boat Lift capacities: 1,000 and 1,500 lbs. lifts Options: Manual Winch Radio Motor Controls (RMC) Rope Lever Switch - (with 1,500 lb. model)

Tide Tamer 1500 lbs. PWC Lift & Skiff Lift

The Tide Tamer large pwc lifts and skiff lifts are designed to be installed entirely out of the water, reducing maintenance and eliminating corrosion and barnacle build-up. These skiff and pwc lifts mount either on a piling or a concrete seawall and come in either aluminum or galvanized (available is the GEM Wireless Boat Lift Remote). Skiff & PWC Lift Features: Rotates 180 degrees onto dock for safe and easy access to your vessel Tide Tamer Skiff and PWC lifts mount totally out of the water to prevent corrosion and buildup Holds up to a 7' wide boat Has 8½ of travel Completely carpeted bunk boards Aluminum or Galvanized Steel construction Electric skiff and pwc lifts come with enclosed gearbox to eliminate greasing Optional remote control available Totally maintenance free Tide Tamer have the fastest skiff and pwc lifts lift on the market 3½ feet per minute Skiff & PWC Lift Reqirements: ½ HP motor will operate on 115V @ 8.0 amps and 220V @ 4.0 amps 10&