If you use your boat in saltwater, tidal fluctuations can have a major impact on your activities. Understanding what the tide will do during your day on the water is an essential part of keeping yourself, your passengers and your boat safe.
Before we start with our list of must-have boating accessories, let’s define what we’re talking about — we don’t consider essential equipment like your anchor or dock lines to be “accessories.” Instead, we’re defining “boat accessories” as non-essential upgrades that make days on the water easier and/or more fun.
If you’re a veteran boater, you’ve probably experienced the massive — and rather sudden — increase in new boat owners since 2019. The question is, what can we do about it? The way we consistently react to a situation will affect how that situation evolves over time.
Fire extinguisher requirements for recreational boats are easy enough to look up online, but it’s worth discussing them in a little more depth. Let’s take a closer look at how fire extinguishers on boats are stored, maintained, and used.
Central Florida boaters, WINTER IS COMING. Okay, to be fair, it’s not really that big a deal. It’s not like we have to winterize. The fact is that there’s plenty of fun stuff to do on the water during our “winter.” Here are a few suggestions.
Boating- and fishing-related nonprofit organizations play several important roles. In time for Giving Tuesday, here’s a quick overview of what these nonprofits do and how your donation can help.
The terms “transom” and “stern” are often used interchangeably, but they have distinctly different meanings. So what is a boat transom? Read this article to find out!
Navigation lights turning off or on by themselves. Water collecting out of nowhere in the bilge... If you didn’t know better, you might wonder if your boat was … you know, possessed. This article discusses how to get rid of the spooky boat problems.
Metro Boating sells more Blackjack bay boats than anyone else in the country. Being higher-end boats, Metro offers custom options & additional accessories to their customers. Read how Boat Outfitters helped make Metro Boating the nation's top Blackjack dealer.
Taking your dog on the boat can be a lot of fun. Just a bit of forethought and planning can make it a better experience. Here are a few tips for a pleasant and safe day on the water with four-legged friends.
This article discusses the two most popular questions regarding pontoon boats in saltwater: can pontoons stand up to the saltwater environment, and second, can they stand up to the rougher conditions with saltwater boating?
Newly upgraded lightning systems are relatively inexpensive, easy to install, and simple to wire, making them increasingly popular, but there are a few things to know if you are considering adding these to your boat.
Summer can be a brutal time to be out on the water, particularly in southern regions. An entirely different world exists on the water when the sun goes down — cooler temperatures, glassy water, and the peaceful serenity that many boaters crave.
Even though major storms are a relatively predictable reality, many boaters get a nasty surprise when they find themselves on the wrong side of the impact zone. You can avoid a great deal of frustration and cost by recognizing the common myths that many boat owners fall into.
Join our team as they discuss tips on how to prepare your boat and dock for a hurricane. Whether your boat is on land or in the water, learn how to keep your boat safe.
In most of the U.S., boating season is winding down, which means it’s time to start thinking about winterizing. One of the most important aspects of winterizing is covering it tightly to keep out rain, snow, and other undesirables.
Although the International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades (ICAST) is first and foremost a trade show for the fishing industry, it’s also a great place to see new innovations in boats and boating.
There’s a lot that can go wrong when you leave your boat in the water overnight, especially if you don’t do it often. A little advance preparation can ensure that you and your boat have a good, stress-free night, even when the weather and tide are working against you.
If you’ve been boating long enough, you’ve probably experienced the nightmare boating scenario. When it comes to boating, there are some easy ways to ensure that every trip goes smoothly.
There is nothing more exciting than purchasing your first boat. Whether that boat is “showroom new” or just new to you, the anticipation of your maiden voyage as “captain” is hard to beat.
You’ve got a boat. Will you ever need to book a fishing guide or charter a boat again? There will be occasions when it’s just nice to put the whole shebang in someone else’s hands.
As a focal point of activity on your boat, the helm is a natural spot for customizations and upgrades. Let’s take a look at the main categories of console/helm customizations and the products available to meet your needs.
Your leaning post is right at the center of most of what happens on a fishing boat. Here are six DIY upgrades to optimize your fiberglass leaning post.
