No boat is really complete without a flag, just look around at your nearest marina and you’ll be sure to find the majority have flags. Why not go a set further with your boat flag and make it a personalised one. You can have flags created with your boats name printed on them, perhaps a unique logo, or just a unique design in general. Whether you have a canal boat, a speed boat or a river boat, finish the look…
Owning a boat is a big commitment and it can actually be particularly costly, and it is for this reason that many people opt to rent a boat for a period. It gives an individual time to see what boating is really about, and perhaps if they find the experience to be to their liking, they may purchase their own boat in the future. Hiring a boat can be relatively easy, similar to renting a caravan, because many boat owners…
Upholstery that can date significantly (if your boat is an old one) is the seats or bunks. On river boats and yachts they tend to be foam pads on top of plywood but they don’t have to appear this old and basic. It can be relatively easy to redesign your cabin seats, and by choosing a new fabric to cover will not always do. First you should think about comfort and installing springs, if they are a little tired. You…
When we talk about a marine radio, we’re not talking about a radio to let you tune in to your favourite drive team radio shows, it is specifically a communications radio, and it can be a brilliant piece of equipment in the case of an emergency. There are many marine radios available at affordable prices, which allow you to scan into active conversations. It’s not merely ideal for communicating with your fellow boaters but also to the emergency services. A…
There’s no doubt about it, boat engines can cost quite a lot of money, but you can certainly cut down on costs if you pt to purchase a used boat engine. It is important to make sure it’s working correctly, so testing it is always a must, but many boat engines have extremely long lives, and it could just be the bargain of a decade. You should know exactly what type of engine you require, is it a shaft outboard…