Boat show had Great Results for Emerald Point on Smith Lake Condominium Project
Visitors to last weekend's Birmingham Boat Show were treated to the premier of Smith Lake's newest upscale condominium development, Emerald Point on Smith Lake.
From Personal Belly Boats to High Performance Racers - An Overview of Inflatable Boats
Inflatable boats, also called rubber boats or dinghies, have been around in one form or another for thousands of years. They now come in many different sizes and models and include inflatable kayaks, sport boats, and inflatable catamarans.
Entertaining on Your Pontoon Boat
Looking for a great place to throw your next party or social gather? Look no further than your pontoon boat. A pontoon boat can serve as a fantastic setting for your next small party, or intimate gathering With the right combination of décor, food and lighting, your pontoon boat can be well on it's way to becoming the next party hot spot.
World's First Green-Designed Passenger Boat Departs Florida Today for Educational Mission in Pittsburgh
RiverQuest's Explorer is first-of-its-kind model for river environmental education and green marine technologies
Boat Seats Should Serve More Than One Purpose
Boating is a great hobby for families, individuals and even friends to take part in together. There's just something about hitting the open sea, or lake, at the end of a long week that makes all the worries in the world melt away. Whether it's a sail boat, a fishing boat or a skiing boat that's in question, however, safety needs to be a paramount concern. Everything from the boat itself to the boat seats should be in tip top condition to ensure that fun on the water doesn't turn into a nightmare.
Boat Detailing - Diagnosing Gel Coat Surfaces
Determining Oxidation Levels on Your Yacht and how to deal with them:Gel coat is an extremely tough porous surface applied to boats. It is best to preserve the original surface as much as possible just like cars, trucks, etc.
Let Bass Boats Enhance Your Fishing Expedition
Fishing is a great American pastime, and thousands of bass fishermen set out each year to enjoy the great outdoors, fish for bass and swap tales of the big one that got away. Many people aren't aware that some boats are made specifically for bass fishing, and good bass boats can make all the difference between success and failure.
Don't Miss the Boat: World Voyager Vacations' Annual Travel Expo Event Features Seminars, Booking Incentives and Special Rates for Cruisers
World Voyager Vacations, the Cruise Center, will hold its Annual Travel Expo in the Main Show Lounge upstairs at the Emerald Queen Casino off I-5 in Tacoma, Wash. on Sunday, January 7, 2007.
What You Need To Know Before You Sell Your Boat
As the owner/operator of a full service boat detailing-yacht maintenance business I can't help but chuckle sometimes at seeing the extremes that otherwise bright, intelligent, successful, people will go to in a misguided attempt to save a few dollars.One of the biggest mistakes that we see is that people will decide to sell their boat without first having her completely detailed.
|
 |
 |
Budgeting Boat Ownership
Even though the price of a new boat can vary widely with size and make, it comes as a surprise to many that dealers and manufacturers are willing to finance them--often for less than the cost of a new car payment.
Financing A Boat
Financing a boat works exactly like financing a new car. As with car and home loans, loans for boats have became more flexible and easier to obtain in recent years. The terms for boat loans generally range from 2 to 20 years. Comparing rates online is a good way to make certain to get the most from financing. Remember that monthly payment is not necessarily the most important term to consider.
Outfitting A Boat
A variety of options and accessories are offered with all new boats. When pricing boats a buyer make sure to factor in the costs of any electronics, accessories, and water toys that will need to be added. Buy only that which is appropriate for the type and size of boat in question.
More affordable now than ever before, modern marine electronics are very reliable and loaded with features. Not only do these accessories can make boat trips easier and more fun, they make any trip onto the water measurably safer.
Operating A Boat
Unlike driving, a boat doesn't use gas all the time. While sitting still fishing, swimming, or simply relaxing the boat is actually not using the motor at all. In the case of using a sailboat the motor is used less. For these reasons fuel consumption is often far lower than the new boat owner anticipates.
Most modern boats are 21 feet or less in length. Boats of this size in particular don't require a lot of gas. In fact, most boat owners in this class use less than 50 gallons of gas per season.
Maintaining A Boat
Simply washing a boat and trailer down with fresh water after each use will be enough to keep them covered between boat trips. If there isn't enough time to do it yourself, a professional can always be hired to take care of it.
Insuring A Boat
The cost of insurance for a boat varies by type, size, and other less tangible factors. An insurance agent that covers boats should be consulted for quotes before seriously shopping for a boat.
Patricia Miller contributes articles to several online magazines, most recently http://products-center.com and http://mygud.com
|
