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  1. How-To / Seamanship

    Boat Pre-Launch Checklist

    Valerie Mellema
    Aug 13, 2020

    From minor annoyances to serious failures, having a pre-launch checklist can prevent any mishaps. …Read More

  2. How-To / Buying & Selling

    How To Conduct A Sea Trial

    Brett Becker
    Jun 16, 2020

    Tips to show off the boat to prospective buyers with a sea trial. …Read More

  3. How-To / Buying & Selling

    How To Price My Boat For Sale

    Carol Cronin
    May 1, 2020

    Your starting price can make or break the sale of your boat. …Read More

  4. How-To / Buying & Selling

    Personal Watercraft (PWC) and Jet Ski Buyer's Guide

    Charles Plueddeman
    Apr 28, 2020

    Thinking about buying a personal watercraft (PWC)? Check out our WaveRunner and Jet Ski Buyer's Guide to help get you started—before you know it, you'll be out on the water. …Read More

  5. How-To / Seamanship

    How to Handle a Pontoon Boat

    Lenny Rudow
    Apr 2, 2020

    If you’re new to pontoon boats, you’ll want to know these tips. …Read More

  6. How-To / Maintenance

    Teak Deck Care and Feeding

    Rupert Holmes
    Mar 27, 2020

    Teak decks are beautiful and practical, but they require special care to look and perform their best. …Read More

  7. How-To / Buying & Selling

    Choosing the Right Personal Watercraft (PWC)

    Brett Becker
    Mar 13, 2020

    If you're thinking about buying a jet ski or PWC, there are a few factors to consider—take a look at our expert tips to ensure you chose the right personal watercraft for your needs. …Read More

  8. How-To / Maintenance

    12-Step Pre-Season Boat Preparation

    Joel Johnson
    Mar 1, 2020

    Twelve simple steps to get your boat ready for summer …Read More

  9. How-To / Buying & Selling

    Cheap Boats and Best Buys in 2020

    Valerie Mellema
    Feb 6, 2020

    A roundup of the best bargain buy cheap boats for sale in 2020 including types and top models. …Read More

  10. How-To / Maintenance

    How to Apply Varnish to a Wooden Boat

    Zuzana Prochazka
    Mar 29, 2019

    When attempting to prep and apply marine varnish to a wooden boat, even the worst perfectionists should just go with the flow. …Read More

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