A Marine radio for Emergency Situations ?>

A Marine radio for Emergency Situations

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…

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Buying a Used Boat Engine ?>

Buying a Used Boat Engine

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…

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Small must have Boat Accessories ?>

Small must have Boat Accessories

If you’re relatively new to the world of boating, then there are a few boat accessories that you need to have, otherwise you may create some unfortunate circumstances. Firstly, probably the most important small boat accessory is a float for your keys. It’s extremely easy to have your keys slip out your pocket into the water, perhaps when you step out onto a platform and without a floating device on your keys you’re never going to be able to find…

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Repainting your Boat

It’s something regular boaters will have to do every three years, and repainting your boat can be a rather difficult job, but it can be made easier if you follow are pieces of advice. Obviously the first step is to have your boat lifted out of the water, and special equipment is a must to do this correctly. Once the boat is given time to dry off, you should identify any problems, such as holes, severe crack and scratches, and…

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Choosing a Yacht ?>

Choosing a Yacht

A yacht is a very common type of boat here in the UK. If you have a river nearby you’re bound to have seen plenty of them, and they can actually offer luxury accommodation.  Yacht can be equipped with different compartments or rooms, such as a bathroom, a bedroom and a kitchen, whilst all tend to be equipped with a seating area towards the back of the boat (where it is driven). When you choose a yacht there are certain…

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