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  1. How-To / Seamanship

    How to Make Your Boat Go Faster

    Lenny Rudow
    Dec 6, 2017

    Everyone likes zooming around on their boat, so why not make your own boat go a little bit faster? …Read More

  2. How-To / Maintenance

    Maintaining Your Boat’s Diesel Engine

    Ed Sherman
    Sep 27, 2017

    Some parts of today’s marine diesels are complicated, but the basics of owner maintenance are pretty much the same as they’re always been. …Read More

  3. How-To / Seamanship

    Boating Tips: How to Use a Tiller Steer Outboard

    Lenny Rudow
    Sep 5, 2017

    Many small boats have tiller steer outboards instead of a steering wheel—this short video shows us the basics of how to use them. …Read More

  4. How-To / Seamanship

    Boating Tips: Should You Have an Anchor Cam?

    Lenny Rudow
    Aug 8, 2017

    If you anchor often, this useful idea could help you run your boat more effectively. …Read More

  5. How-To / Maintenance

    Boating Tips: How to Plug Screw Holes Below the Waterline in a Boat

    Lenny Rudow
    Jul 18, 2017

    This method of plugging old screw holes is effective, and will save you from a trip to the repair shop. …Read More

  6. How-To / Maintenance

    Water Problems in Boat Fuel: Sponsored By Sea Tow

    Ed Sherman
    Apr 21, 2017

    Sooner or later, chances are that you’re going to have water in your fuel. Here are steps that will help prevent or at least delay the problem, and manage it when the time comes. …Read More

  7. How-To / Seamanship

    Boating Tips: Make Your VHF Radio DSC Active

    Lenny Rudow
    Apr 18, 2017

    Having active DSC on your boat is one of the most important safety measures you can take. …Read More

  8. How-To / Maintenance

    10 Electrical Problems Every Boater Should Watch Out For

    Ed Sherman
    Apr 14, 2017

    An expert in marine electrical systems—and the boats they’re installed in—highlights issues that should be kept in mind by any boater who has electricity on board. …Read More

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