Anchors only have one simple job: keeping boats from drifting. So why are there so many different designs? Here’s your guide to the most common anchor styles and what each of them does best.
Gas shocks wearing out? The good news is they’re super-easy to remove and replace. The bad news is finding the right replacement can be challenging. Here’s how.
Chances are you’ve seen and heard the initials ABYC in a lot of places without thinking too much about it. But who exactly is the American Boat & Yacht Council, what do they do, and why should you care?
Reading a fish finder is a bit like reading the stars. There’s a whole lot of information in there, but interpreting it can be mysterious and daunting. Here are some tips on how to read a fish finder.
Haulover Inlet near Miami has become internet-famous over the last few years for its standing waves and chaotic traffic. But it’s just one of roughly 20 inlets on Florida’s Atlantic coast. We rank them all from serene to scary.
There are a lot of misconceptions about trim tabs that cause people to avoid using them to their full potential or installing them altogether. Properly used, trim tabs can save gas, smooth out chop and give you and your guests a much more comfortable ride.
It’s a question that’s asked again and again on boating-related forums and social media groups: What’s the difference between King Starboard and garden-variety high-density polyethylene (HDPE)?
This year, Boat Outfitters partnered with Major League Fishing pro and 2023 Toyota Series champion Christian Greico to field test a variety of new bass-specific products, many of which are now available to consumers.
It’s easy to assume that anybody who rents a boat is a new boater. But experienced boaters rent boats for all kinds of reasons. Whatever the reason, if you’re an experienced boater or boat owner considering renting a boat, this article is for you.
In my early days of owning boats, “maintenance” was another word for “repair.” Today, I look forward to November, when I spend a week or more going through my annual maintenance routines and bringing my boat back up to “new.”
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.
Running jet boats on rocky, fast-moving rivers like those found in the Pacific Northwest is a very different experience from the lake, bay, and ocean boating most of us are familiar with. That's why Miller needed a secure, heavy-duty phone holder added to his console.
Many boaters don’t realize just how many places on their boats aluminum and stainless come in close contact. Products like Ultra Teg-Gel helps prevent corrosion between dissimilar metals... so where should it be used?
The fact is, if you buy quality, mid-priced saltwater rods and reels, they are pretty darned tough. Knowing what to avoid, what to do daily, and what to do on a periodic basis will minimize your maintenance time and maximize the longevity — and looks — of your equipment.
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.
When it’s time to replace the flooring in your boat, you’ve got more choices than you might expect. Here are five important questions to ask that will help you choose the best boat flooring.
Battery technology has progressed by leaps and bounds over the past 15 years. Still, there are some general guidelines to help you understand how long your batteries should last and to extend that lifespan as much as possible.
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!
Learn about the best tackle box options for different fishing styles and why! Get the most out of your angling experience with this Boat Outfitters guide.
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.
