There's a lot to learn when it comes to boating and fishing, and we're here to help! Over our 40+ years in the marine industry, we have collected a wealth of knowledge that can help with your next adventure or project. Here are some helpful resources to help make the most of your time on the water!
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There's a lot to know when it comes to operating watercrafts. Use these resources to be a safe boater and make the most of your time on the water.
Thinking about adding a fillet table to your dock? We discuss the different mounting styles and install tips for overhang and dock fillet tables - the perfect addition to any dock!
Working on a boat improvement project? We discuss the best plastic materials to use for your DIY project, including tips and tricks when working with King Starboard, Acrylic, and PVC plastic sheets.
Dock bumpers come in so many different shapes, materials, and sizes. Dock bumpers and edging can be made out of anything from old tires to UV-stabilized, marine-grade PVC. Each type has its own strengths and weaknesses.
Did you know that custom shower and pool benches can add luxury and convenience to your home?
When it comes to material, Starboard is the top choice! Starboard is a unique and reliable material that is lightweight, waterproof, and incredibly durable. It's incredibly easy to work with, making it the perfect material for custom benches. So why choose Starboard for your next custom shower or pool benches? Watch this video to find out!
Is there any boat accessory more useful and versatile than the good ol’ 5-gallon bucket? Nothing is perfect, though, and there’s always room for improvement — even with a 5-gallon bucket. Here are a few ways to make yours even better!
From the Great Lakes to the Florida Keys and East Coast sounds to Western reservoirs, boaters gravitate to places they can anchor or beach together. For boaters in Central Florida, there are lots of fun options in both saltwater and freshwater, ranging from famous party spots to closely guarded secrets. Here are a few worth checking out.
Curious about the best material for a transom reinforcement? We discuss the pros and cons of using Starboard vs Coosa Board for transoms and kicker motor brackets.
Problem: Your hand slowly going numb while you dig blindly through the ice in a partially opened cooler under your leaning post for that last decent beer mixed in with your brother-in-law’s Natty Lights.
Most of what goes wrong on the water can be prevented by either attentive maintenance or attentive piloting. But things do go sideways now and then. Screws get loose.
At the end of the day, Starboard is a near-perfect replacement for teak and marine plywood in applications like swim platforms, tackle cabinets, access doors, and hatches, drink and tool holders, grab rails and handles, tables and cutting boards, and much more.
Renowned Florida Keys guide Capt. Greg Poland runs mainly inshore charters but has done his share of offshore fishing, too — particularly kite fishing for sailfish. So he knows how a dedicated rocket launcher can streamline the game by positioning multiple rods in one location.
Here’s a secret: you’re not the only boater who bumps the dock on occasion. All of us do — even the pros. In fact, skilled boaters sometimes deliberately use the dock for leverage in challenging situations in a technique called “springing” which involves keeping one or more lines tied to the dock while using forward or reverse power to maneuver the boat.
We’ve all faced it — the dreaded “holey moley” moment. It’s that moment that you stand over your boat with a drill in your hand, contemplating the damage you are about to intentionally inflict on your vessel.
Boat accessories can be tough to choose and buy. Fortunately, there are still plenty of boat-related goodies that are virtually universal and require little or no installation work, making them easy to choose and buy, even for non-boaters.
You’ve got some wood trim on your boat that’s just shot, and can’t be refinished? Learn how Boat Outfitters makes sourcing custom-fabricated replacement parts easier to find than ever!
We live in the Golden Age of Pontoons, at no previous time in human history has man had access to cooler pontoons, or more comfortable pontoons, or better beverage storage options on pontoons.
Replacing electronics, and helm components can make a 20-year boat feel brand new! Here we go over Julie's helm upgrade project for her 2001 Silverton Motoryacht 453.
If you’re planning to keep your boat on the water as far into the season as you can, you want to start thinking ahead. Cold, like pain, can be difficult to remember accurately.
Need help choosing the perfect cleat for your dock or boat? Here we give an in-depth explanation of all the options available when it comes to boat cleats.
There’s something at once thrilling and intimidating about venturing out of sight of land in your own boat for the first time. With some planning and preparation, though, your first trip offshore can be safe and fun. In this first of three parts, we’ll discuss boat concerns and pre-planning.
Floatation, propulsion, sunscreen, drink holders. That’s as close as you can get to a list of universal concerns for boaters, though the order varies according to how long it has been since the last canned beverage slid off the gunwale and into the drink.