Why Boat Insurance Doesnt Help A Lousy Sailor
For thousands of years men have sailed the seas. From the earliest trips by the discoverers and settlers of the Americas, Australia and the Pacific Islands, through Odysseus' voyage to Troy and beyond to the time of Swashbucklers in the Caribbean mankind has made exciting voyages to the far corners of the world.
Boats A Popular Summer Luxury
Picture this. You own a cottage on a nice piece of lakefront property. You have a beautiful view of the lake with the mountains off in the distance. It is a late afternoon in the middle of summer. You are lounging out on the lake with only the smooth motion of the water underneath your boat. Now that?s the life. Many people purchase boats for the shear relaxation that they offer. In fact, on most lakefront properties, you won?t often see a cottage without a boat docked near it.
Choosing Between Fiberglass and Aluminum Fishing Boats
Fiberglass and aluminum fishing boats have long been embroiled in a row over which is higher in quality. The characteristic most debated about is which of the two is built with better material. The fact is aluminum and fiberglass boats each have their own benefits and particular obstacles.
Boat Detailing - How to clean and protect your boats teak and Gel-Coat
Compounding (Oxidation Removal):Gel-coat, the exterior finish on fiberglass boats, is a porous mix of polyester resins and pigments that must be sealed from the damaging effects of ultra-violet (UV) rays, salt, dirt and weather. Neglect it, and it becomes more porous due to the oxidation of the mixture resins and what remains is a faded, dull finish.
Boat Owners Turn to Self-Storage Steel and Metal Buildings
With many cities and towns banning the storing of boats in driveways and on streets, a growing number of boat owners are looking to self-storage facilities to keep their boats safe, sound and out of the way.
Model Boat Covers
Radio Control Boats Like regular boat racing, remote control boat racing offers some real excitement to the modeling enthusiast. Keeping a well maintained model boat in top condition takes a lot of effort and dedication but the rewards are plenty. A well maintained model boat will run longer, and win more races then a poorly maintained boat. Radio Control boats come in many sizes and types. Most of these model craft are powered by either nitro, or battery. The key to keeping one of these craft in good order starts with proper storage. The key to proper storage is having a good boat cover. Nitro Vs. Electric
Dealing With Ethanol Fuel Boat Problems
As the fuel crisis forces more boaters to switch to ethanol fuel mixtures, there have been reported problems that are linked to the gasoline blended with ethanol. However, with a little work on your boat you can avoid these ethanol fuel related boat problems.
Inflatable Pontoon Boats
Bryce Whitmore designed the modern whitewater inflatable pontoon boat, and in fact designed several models. The one that has been produced the most is a three-tube model of unparalleled maneuverability and load bearing capacity.
Boat Winterization Services and Charges, Part II
Boat Winterization Services and Charges, Part IIIf you own a boat maintenance business you may have considered what your charges should be and what the boat owners are willing to pay. Here are some thoughts on the type of charges and services you should consider.
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Used Boat Buying
A new boat is of course the best option for those who have the money and plan to keep one boat for a significant time. However, for those who happen to be on a budget or are skeptical about owning a boat, a used boat is a wise alternative.
Despite the negative perception, buying used is a great option for some people. Even though the lake and oceans are filled with boat owners who are wealthier than most, many boat owners spend beyond their means, financing their boats at extreme levels of debt.
Being out there on the water is what really counts with a boat. Someone who spends every weekend out on the water will become a great boater, regardless of the condition of his or her boat. Some wealthy individual who only has time to ride on their 60-foot yacht once or twice a year isn't considered much of a boater at all.
Those who observe local bodies of water will notice that it seems as though the little boats are the ones that move about, while the big boats never move from their moorings. Those that are too busy earning vast sums of money and never have the time to enjoy their lavish yachts shouldn't own a boat at all.
In less than 2 years new boats depreciate, on average, half of their original value. When considering a used boat keep in mind that the previous owner will have already fixed the problems associated with shaking down a new boat. The previous owner has already dealt with all the warranty service and dealer hassles.
Typically there is very little "use" on a used boat. Most of a boat's life is spent sitting around waiting for the owner to find time to go boating, unlike used cars. It is possible to find many used boats for sale that have less than a couple hundreds hours of engine time. Compare that to the number of hours that are on the engine of an average used car.
A used boat will often already have scratches, dings, and other blemishes so the new owner won't feel half as bad when another is inevitably added. It is important to make sure there is at least a thousand dollars available after the purchase of a used boat to outfit the boat and make any necessary repairs.
Normally a used boat will come with the necessary dock lines, spare props, radio, life jackets, safety equipment, and other needed items. New boat owners must purchase these things on top of the expense of the boat, often paying hundreds of dollars or more.
Of course the purchase of a used boat is not without the element of risk. Did the previous boat owner perform the proper maintenance of the boat? It is critical to get the boat surveyed to be sure that it's in reasonable condition before purchasing it. This way it condition of the boat is known with certainty, making the used boat a sound investment.
Patricia Brown contributes to several web sites, including http://great-product.com and http://productstips.com
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