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    Can a Pontoon Boat be a Serious Fishing Boat?

    Lenny Rudow

    Pontoon boats have become incredibly popular and many people use them for fishing. But, can a pontoon serve as a dedicated, serious, hard-core fishing machine? …Read More

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    Water Ski and Wakeboard Boats: Designed for Watersports

    Brett Becker

    Intended for specific types of watersports, these tow-boat models differ from the garden variety runabout. …Read More

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    Saltwater Fishing Boats: 10 Things to Look For

    Lenny Rudow

    Whether you plan to use your boat for trolling in bluewater big-game fishing grounds, casting in the back-country, or jigging in the bay, make sure your saltwater fishing boat has these 10 traits. …Read More

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    Convertible vs. Express: Which is Best for Bluewater Fishing?

    Lenny Rudow

    A convertible and an express each has its own advantages and disadvantages. The real question is, which bluewater fishing boat design best suits you? …Read More

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    Cuddy Cabin Boats: Family Friendly Fun

    Jeanne Craig

    For a family-friendly fishing boat or day-cruiser, consider a cuddy cabin design. …Read More

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    Why Your Boat Needs a Facebook Page

    Staff

    Are your boats lonely at night? boats.com Senior Engagement Manager Lauren de Vlaming explains that maybe it is time your boat got its own Facebook page. …Read More

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    Raymarine Dragonfly: A Whole New Breed of Fish Finder

    Lenny Rudow

    The Dragonfly combines CHIRP spread-spectrum technology with Raymarine DownVision, their version of hi-res sonar imaging - at an unbelievably low cost. …Read More

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    10 Great Innovations in Modern Sailing

    Zuzana Prochazka

    What 10 inventions have made modern sailing better than it was in the days of whale oil and caulk? Our sailing expert Zuzana Prockazka speaks out. …Read More

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    The Best Boots for Boaters: Crocs vs. Evair vs. Kamic vs. LaCrosse vs. LL Bean

    Lenny Rudow

    If you spend a lot of time on deck, you need a good pair of waterproof boots designed for boaters. We tried five top brands including Crocs, Evair, Kamic, LaCrosse, and LL Bean, to find out which mens footwear was the best. …Read More

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    Center Console Boats: Fish, Cruise, or Just Have Fun

    Lenny Rudow

    Center consoles powered by modern four-stroke outboards may be the most versatile boats on the water, and they are also among the most popular. …Read More

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