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Ride Waves With the Best Boat Wakeboards for Adults and Kids

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Imagine the wind in your hair as you ride the wake of a speedboat. Watersports don’t come more thrilling. The traditional method would be to waterski, but just as snowboarding revolutionized skiing, wakeboards have transformed how we waterski. So to give some attention to wakeboards, here’s the lowdown on what …

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The Best Dog Life Jackets to Preserve Your Pooch

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Having dog as a companion on your boat is very rewarding. I go everywhere with my King Charles Cavalier, Eric. He is at home on the boat and knows the environment, however, when it comes to water, he does like to fall in. In fact, Eric has fallen in the …

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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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Going Up? The 6 Best Bosun’s Chairs & Climbing Harnesses

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Whether fixing sails or doing repairs on the mast, scaling such heights is not for the faint-hearted. While it may be an adrenaline rush for some, others (like myself) are terrified of height. But for those who willingly volunteer for this task, how do you do it? With one of …

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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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How to Get a Boat Loan: Smart Steps to Choose One That’s Right for You

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It’s that time of the year when you move to the shores, pack your boat and wait for the next summer to arrive. But not yet, buddy. Not when you’re looking to buy your new dream boat. In fact, the end of a boating season is one of the most exciting …

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When It’s Time to Sell Your Used Boat: Tips and Tricks to Make It Quick

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When it’s time to upgrade your boat, you know what you have to do. Sell your existing used boat. Thousands of recreational boats and sailboats come on the market daily, especially at the end of boating season. You want your boat to be one stands out from the rest (for good …

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The Beginner’s Guide: How to Drive a Narrowboat with Grace

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Narrowboats are long thin tubes of steel. Heavy, slow and awkwardly shaped… they’re easy to drive, right? Well, actually, yes. And quite gracefully, once you master a few basics. Standing on the stern of a 70-foot narrowboat can be a terrifying experience. But never fear. They’re slow, so you get plenty of …

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Common Dangers and Practical Narrowboat Safety Tips for Canal Boaters

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I’ve had so many great times messing about in my canal boat, but really… how often do we stop and consider the dangers? Okay, I admit canal travel is in no way comparable to the dangers of bluewater ocean sailing, but some rules still need to be respected. If I told …

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