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The Best Boat Hatch Covers for Storage, Light and Ventilation

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Are your boat hatch covers faded, peeling or leaking? Are they constantly falling open? Have you constructed an elaborate bungee cord system to keep it closed? Whether you have a sailboat, a liveaboard trawler or even a fishing kayak, boat hatches offer convenience and comfort factors for everybody on board. …

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Sure Footed: The Best Slalom Water Skis

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Whether you like your water semi-solid or splashy, the word slalom can mean a couple of things. Even though they share a name and have similar techniques—a zigzagging motion through either poles or buoys—slalom water skiing is not to be confused with slalom snow skiing. The biggest difference, after the …

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Pump It Up: The Absolute Best Inflatable Water Toys

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Are you looking for some new ways to enjoy the water when you’re out on the boat? Maybe you’re tired of that floating water mat you’ve had for years. Or maybe you’re just tired of lugging around big and bulky gear like water skis, wakeboards and all the stuff that …

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Feet Forward: Kayak Fishing Shoes for Adults and Kids

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Tired of stubbing your toes, slipping on rocks and getting cold feet (literally) while out kayak fishing? Then maybe you need to upgrade to a new pair of kayak fishing shoes. I know I’ve kept water shoes past their prime. They were just so darn comfortable. But it’s time to …

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Whip It Good: The 7 Best Boat Whips to Secure Your Vessel

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Desperate for a more secure way to keep your boat protected from scratches, dents and dings while at the dock? Davit systems and boat lifts, while both excellent options for protecting your investment, give most boaters some sticker shock. And yet you kinda want more than just padded dock bumpers and boat …

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In a Bind: The Best Water Skis From Beginner to Advanced

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Want more excitement out on the boat? Are your kids tired of tubes and floating water mats? Or maybe you want to up your waterski game with a pair of trick skis? Whatever the reason, a new pair of water skis might be the answer to your water-based blues. Whether …

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Turn Up the Heat: 6 Cold Water Wetsuits to Keep You Warm

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Between surfing, paddleboarding, water skiing, swimming, snorkeling and diving, watersports enthusiasts spend a lot of time in, on and around the water. That’s all great when the weather’s warm and sunny. But what’s a diehard wakeboarder or kayaker to do when the weather takes a dip? Invest in a cold …

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Lower the Gangplank! 4 Best Boat Boarding Ramps

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Have you ever jumped onto your boat and missed? While funny for the bystanders, it’s probably not the best way to start, or end, a day on the water. If this scenario came too close for comfort and you want to improve boating safety, you might want to think about …

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Raise the Bar: The Absolute Best Boat Davit Systems

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It’s a bright beautiful day and the water and weather are perfect. You have the water toys packed and you’re motoring out into the big blue. Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to bring your jet ski along with you? What about a small boat to be able to …

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Jet Ski Fenders: Cushion Your PWC From Scratches, Dings and Dents

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Do you use fenders on your jet skis? You might be thinking “Why would I do that?” or even “What exactly is a jet ski fender?” I have to admit, I rarely see them in use. After a bit of research, I’ve discovered that they can pack a lot of …

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