What is the Main Advantage of a Type IV PFD?

The first time I saw someone go over the side of a boat, it happened in a second. He leaned for the cooler, lost his footing, and was in the...

What are Bellows on a Boat? Signs, Fixes, and Care Tips

It was not long ago that, for the first time, a mechanic told me about the bellows of my boat and said, “Your bellows are cracked,” but I didn’t understand...

Parts of a Boat and What Each One Does

Someone yells “grab the bow line,” and you just stand there. Or “watch the starboard,” and now you’re checking both sides at once like it’s a test you didn’t study...

Inboard vs Outboard Motors: Which One Wins on Water?

I’ve spent enough seasons on the water, wrenching on both inboard and outboard setups, to know this decision isn’t as simple as picking a side. The inboard vs outboard question...