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!
Compared to foam decking & carpeting, sheet vinyl is extremely durable and easy to maintain. Determine if Lonseal flooring is right for your boat with this article.
Apart from being a convenient way to look at a lot of new boats at once, boat shows are a great way to look at everything to do with boating. Let’s take a look at some notable boat shows around the country.
Looking for a simple and cost-effective way to accessorize your boat? Listen to our team discuss some options for boating & fishing accessories that require no installation.
There are few things more frustrating than holding a hatch open with your head while rummaging through wet beach towels for that tube of sunscreen in the bottom of the compartment. Hatch support devices for storage and access hatches fall into three basic categories — each of which has its strengths and weaknesses.
Looking for a storage unit that fits your specific needs? Learn about the difference between free-standing and inset storage units in this informative video!
When John Mahoney bought his 1998 Regulator 26, he knew it needed a little help. Structurally and mechanically, the boat was in great shape, but after a decade and a half of use, it needed a functional refresh.
Looking to add or replace an access door on your boat? Our team discusses the differences between an aluminum framed access door and a King Starboard access door.
It’s hard to beat King StarBoard for durable components and boat customizations. However, as versatile as StarBoard is, there is a lot of confusion about when to use it versus other plastic materials.
Looking for a custom boat door? Our team discusses the pros and cons of starboard double-open doors and the applications where this style of door works best. Find out if a double-open boat door is the best fit for your needs!
There are many different king starboard color options. Listen to our team discuss the different starboard colors available and how to find the ideal color match.
If you are considering a DIY boat project, chances are you will face a critical question: What material is best for your project? This article states when to use Acrylic over Starboard.
Do I need a clear, acrylic livewell lid? How do I replace my livewell lid? Our team discusses the pros and cons of having an acrylic livewell lid compared to opaque baitwell lids.
United States Coast Guard documentation is just for yachts and commercial vessels, right? Well, although it’s true that most documented vessels are large, there’s nothing that prevents documenting smaller recreational boats.
It’s a bass tournament angler’s nightmare: opening the LiveWell lid to find the precious cargo inside belly up. A Sales Engineer at Boat Outfitters and an amateur tournament bass angler thought he might be able to solve with a small, transparent window that could be retrofitted to a LiveWell lid.
To understand how we’re different, you need to know how Boat Outfitters grew out of a larger company called Teak Isle, whose primary business is supplying boat builders with OEM parts.
At the start of the 2023 season, Greico, who fishes all over the country on Major League Fishing’s Tackle Warehouse Invitational circuit, agreed to try an innovative solution he hoped would mean more time casting and less time checking his wells.
It’s a bass tournament angler’s nightmare: open the livewell lid to find the precious cargo inside belly up. Tune in to how we solved this problem with our new Livewell Viewport for Bass Boats.
No matter what size boat you have, you have probably experienced the “incredible shrinking boat syndrome.” No matter how organized you try to be at the beginning of a trip, it doesn’t take long for a boat to get cluttered. Eighteen feet of fiberglass doesn’t do you much good if you only have five feet of usable space!
Discover how Lonseal can be a great alternative to other decking materials such as EVA foam and faux teak. We discuss the pros and cons of using this material for different flooring applications.
Porter started working with the Boat Outfitters engineering team on the new Super Sport-style interior, recreating each part in Starboard while also making several strategic improvements along the way.
Get the answers you need to choose the best access door for your boat. Our team discussed the pros & cons of different styles of lift-out removable doors.