Boating

There are many things to check before and while you operate your boat. The list could be endless, but here are some very important things to check each time you get underway.   PRIOR TO LAUNCH Always check for favorable weather prior to boating. Check that drain plug is installed in bottom of boat. Verify ample…

  A life jacket is the most important piece of equipment on your boat. More than two-thirds of all boating fatalities are drowning incidents and 90% of drowning victims were not wearing a life jackets. Things to remember with a life jacket; buy it and wear it. It could save your life. A wearable life…

There are many things that can happen while you are out boating, that make you think you may need a tow. Sometimes the issue may be a simple fix and you can be out on your way again. Check to make sure the kill switch clip and lanyard are in the normal operating position. This…

Anchors dig into the seabed to hold a boat in position. At some point, you will probably have to anchor. You may want to stop and fish or swim, or you may have to drop anchor to control the boat if bad weather is blowing you ashore. You may also have to drop anchor if…

If you’re new to boating, or even if you’re not, mistakes will happen from time to time. Almost all boating errors occur by being in a hurry or not paying attention. The upside to these errors is that they can easily be avoided by paying attention, being prepared and completing a pre-departure checklist. Here are…

Lexus Goes from Land to Yachts      Lexus has released its fully redesigned flagship, the LS sedan. The Lexus Sport Yacht, although much smaller than any actual ‘yachts’ it is the closest thing that automakers will get as of right now. According to Toyota, the idea for the boat came about when the company’s…