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One of the most essential elements of any boat is the quality of the dock lines. They stop your prized possession from drifting away from the jetty and into the great beyond. A good dock line will keep your vessel secure in all weathers and will last no matter what …

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 …

Boat hook poles are an essential tool for any boater’s arsenal. They have multiple uses and can be used for something as simple as passing a dock line to someone on the shore, to pushing your boat away from the bank to avoid a collision. I would never embark on …

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 …

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 …

What’s the best part about kayaking? Gliding along glass-like shorelines? Sure. Checking out the local wildlife? You bet. Schlepping that big heavy fishing kayak into the water? Not so much. Unfortunately, as calm and peaceful as kayaking can be, getting the thing into the water can make you want to …

I have a feeling this will generate a lot of excitement. And that’s because it’s about the best portable generators for boats! A portable generator has many conveniences. For example, night fishing. I have a lot of experience night fishing and for me, it’s more peaceful, with fewer people and …

It’s official: my kayak is my home away from home. Whether it’s adventuring, finding a low-key swimming hole or merely spending time with friends and family—I’ve spent so many hours out on my fishing kayak, I lost count. Some of the best times kayaking for me, though, is fishing. Sure, …

Obviously, you don’t need a TV on your boat. But you might want one.  Between GPS navigation systems, VHF radios and smartphones, you have plenty of access to safety and weather information. Sometimes, though, you just want to (and should) get out of the sun for a while. Relaxing with …

Between fish finders, chartplotters, GPS and other electrical equipment, we boaters have a lot of gear to carry around. And that’s not even taking into consideration anchors, anchor lines, boat propellers, bumpers and other necessities. Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to combine some of it? Whether you’re into …