Like to fill your boat with friends and family on fishing trips? How you rig it might make the difference between “just tell me when and where” and “maybe next time.” Here are 5 upgrades to keep your fishing crew coming back.
Thinking about replacing those old push pole holders? Here’s how one Maverick owner swapped out his original folding pole holders for new stainless steel Accon Flush Mount holders.
The innovative XD Series of high-amp relay modules from Egis Mobile Electric can be a little confusing at first for everyday boat owners, but this award-winning advance in battery management is worth spending a few minutes to understand.
Justin Ballotte was named the winner of Boat Outfitters’ inaugural DIY Genius Contest in November 2024. We asked him more about the build, the boat, and how he chose and spec’d the Boat Outfitters parts he used.
Looking for a great gift for an angler or fishing boat owner this holiday season? We make it easy with original ideas that are compatible with a variety of boats and fishing styles.
Want to buy boat stuff for someone this holiday season but don’t know what to get? Here’s a handy list of 10 great, one-size-fits-all gifts for your favorite boat owners.
The original console switch panel on this 24-year-old project boat was replaced with a new, custom-cut acrylic panel and new rocker switches. The result was a better looking, more functional dash.
So, what makes a fillet table “ultimate?” For Florida Sport Fishing TV’s Capt. Mike Genoun, longevity is the number one concern, but he also loves the 6-foot cutting surface and lockable drawers on his Boat Outfitters Ultimate Fillet Table.
Love your drop-in bait prep table but hate losing a rod holder when you’re using it? One South Carolina inshore guide came up with an “off-label” use for our 3-Rod Kite Fishing Holder that actually adds two rod holders plus a rigging and bait prep station.
A new crop of innovative, removable sun shades can make summer boating a lot more fun. But which style is right for your boat, your intended usage, and your budget?
Are you one of those anglers who doesn’t want to be bothered with eating while fishing? Try these suggestions for quick, non-messy and filling lunches and snacks you can eat between casts or on the run to the next stop.
Whether it’s on a hook, a pair of pliers, or some other piece of tackle, rust destroys both form and function of anything it gets ahold of. Here are some tips for preventing rust on your fishing tackle and tools and for addressing it when it does occur.
Comfortable seating is in short supply on many fishing boats. That’s fine when you’re actually fishing, but for family fun days, extra seats are a welcome addition. A pair of removable forward backrests made a world of difference on this flats boat.
Got ratty old carpet under the gunwales of your flats boat or poling skiff? Replace it yourself with custom-cut foam decking! Here’s how to measure your boat, remove your old carpet and glue, and install your new under-gunwale pads.
Even on today’s luxurious, fully loaded pontoon boats, there’s always room for customizations and upgrades. Check out our suggestions ranging from folding tables to fishing rod holders and grills to garbage can cabinets.
Sometimes a custom design project works out so well that the resulting part goes into production. This raised, multi-purpose table that drops into transom-mounted rod holders is a perfect example.
Today’s high-tech fishing scales have little in common with that old spring-loaded scale that slid around in the bottom of your dad’s tackle box accumulating rust. Here’s what they can do and why it matters.
Today’s inflatable water toys and accessories are light years ahead of the previous generation. But they also require better pumps. Here’s a boater’s guide to on-board air pumps, including the innovative new ATMOS built-in air station.
For DIYers, fiberglass coring can get confusing. Here’s a quick guide to the basic core options and a comparison of two especially popular choices with significantly different characteristics — Coosa composite board and NidaCore honeycomb panels.
What does your perfect coastal boating destination look like? We picked our top 5 in the U.S., including destinations in Florida, the Mid-Atlantic, New England, the Pacific Northwest and Southern California. Start planning!
With a new, all-composite structural grid installed in their 1978 SeaCamper project, it was time for RV and travel bloggers Danielle and Tommy to fabricate a new floor for the cabin using Coosa composite board.
Chances are that you can thank someone from your early years for your love of fishing and boating. If so, you should be paying that gift forward to the next generation. Here are some tips from a father of five.
Out of the thousands of boating lakes in America, how do you narrow it down to the top 5? It’s an impossible task, but we did the best we could, finally settling on great destinations in almost every region of the country.
