Boating Articles

1). Buying a Used Sunfish Sailboat: Know The Ins and Outs Before Sailing Away By : David Dunlap
As anyone who’s ever bought a used car knows, you have to approach the project armed with your own knowledge before you even set foot on the lot. The same goes for buying a sailboat. And, like automobiles, no sailboat is the same, so you should know the basics (and some particulars, as well) about the overall condition of the Sunfish sailboat you have your eye on.
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2). Building a 16 ft. Grand Banks dory By : Harry Rackers
As a kid I did a lot of boat building, mainly scale models that were not able to sail, although I did actual build a few boats that were, more or less, capable of sailing. I even once build a 10 feet boat, or shall I say raft. I accomplished this with a few friends and we had great fun sailing it on the local river. It was not really water proof and while one person was rowing, the others had to make sure that they removed the water quicker then it was entering our boat.
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3). Houseboat Rentals : Vacations From Your Own Back Yard By : Clinton Maxwell
If you’re the type that prefers the excitement of ongoing variety, then booking a mainstream vacation may not be for you. Among the many options from which there are to choose, houseboat vacations offer a non-stop, fun-in-the-sun experience which little else can parallel. Perhaps the biggest perk of these floating homes is that if you get tired of your surroundings, you can simply move on to another port and enjoy a new facet of your trip – which equates to a bunch of mini-vacations all within one package.
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4). Inflatable Kayak Reviews! Kayaks Come In Many Inflatable Models And Styles, Which One’s Right For You? By : William L.
With inflatable kayak reviews, we can take some of the top kayaks and inflatable boat models and break them down into categories such as function, size, and style that will suite your boating needs the best, and provide you an informative review of each kayak! The inflatable boats market is increasing dramatically due to the flexibility and price of many kayaks and boats available today, and for people that enjoy spending time in the outdoors, they can really take advantage of the features they offer.
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5). Rudder Angle Indicators: A Smarter Way to Dock By : John C. Waters
When maneuvering a vessel in tight quarters, the ability to have a quick visual reference of your rudder angle is very important. A collision could jeopardize the safety of your passengers and of others. It could damage your boat and your pride. Luckily for us, technology provides a solution. A rudder angle indicator is a nautical device which monitors your rudder's horizontal position.
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6). Maintaining Your Boat By : Ray La Foy
The minute you buy your boat, you have to start thinking about your boat maintenance and upkeep schedule. First, you need to either personally inspect your boat or to hire a professional boat inspector.
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7). Single? Meet and Greet on a Yacht! By : David Dunlap
If sailing’s your thing, just because you’re single doesn’t mean you have to miss out on some of the world’s greatest excursions! You can book a cruise with an agency or a cruise ship, which organizes all the activities, on-board meals, and other amenities. There are a plethora of packages from which to choose, so there’s a “matchmaking” cruise on a sailboat or yacht for anyone!
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8). Haines Hunter Oneowners By : Kerry Plowright
A oneowner Review. Haines Hunter have been a well respected name in the Australian boating industry for years. Now as early models are getting on in years, the quality of manufacture still shines through. If you are in the market for a good quality used cruiser or fishing boat, then a oneowner Haines Hunter is worth a look.
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9). Yacht Charter in the Southern Cyclades By : ken jones
The areas prevailing wind during the summer months is the infamous Meltemi blowing from the N-NW. It is first felt in June and becomes stronger through July, August and September when it can reach force 8. It dies down in October. In the spring and autumn gales are common from the N and the SE. The summer months are hot, average temperatures are 25 deg C and temperatures often reach 35 deg C.
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10). The Joy Of Owning A Boat. By : Hege Crowton
Have you considered investing in a boat merely for the joy of being able to take it out on the water whenever you feel like it and not having to worry about costs when it comes to renting one? If this is the way you have been able to enjoy your love for being on the water you know that renting a boat even just for a few hours can take a big chunk out of your wallet.
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11). Outboard Motors are Types of Motors By : Ivar Rudi
Outboard motors are used most commonly for boats and are developed as a self-contained unit with an engine. They are designed to be mounted at the rear of the boat and are most common method for propelling a small watercraft.
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12). Evaluating a coastal cruiser By : Voyage Sea School
Going coastal? You have abundant choices in boats Because coastal-cruising sailors are most often sailing on tight schedules, using their boats for only a day or two or, at most, a week or two at a time, the first thing they need to consider when choosing a new boat is its speed. Not that this is the only criterion, but the faster the boat, the larger your cruising ground.
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13). Yacht Charter in the Northern Ionian Sea By : ken jones
No look at the Ionian would be complete withouth mention of Homer and the Odyssey. The Odyssey tells the storey of Odysseus and his travels and adventures throughout the Mediterranean in around 800BC. The Trojan War concluded when the Greeks sucseeded into bringing a wooden horse into the city of Troy. Greek soldiers were hidden inside and opened the city gates to the Greek army who sacked the city.
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14). The History of Kayaks By : Rob Daniels
Canoeing and Kayaking go back to the dawn of human culture. The word "kayak" literally means "hunter's boat." The kayak was useful for transport, but it was a miraculous hunting tool, facilitating a quiet approach towards one's desired prey. The covered deck of the kayak made it more sea-worthy and better able to shed waves than the traditional canoe.
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15). Sailing the Saronic Gulf By : ken jones
As far as history goes the Saronic Gulf and surrounding areas were always under the influence and domination of Athens. During the time of Alexander the Great, the Hellenistic period and the Roman occupation the whole area prospered. During the Byzantine period the area declined and the Turkish occupation from 1453 to 1821 saw the situation worsen. Athens became a small town of no more than 30,000 citizens.
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16). Dragon Boat Racing – A Popular Corporate Team-building Event By : Greg Birbeck
It is true that money matters a lot to retain best workers and to generate quality output from them. However, there are some other factors too, which can improve overall productivity of a corporate house. Inspiration and Integration – these two words play important roles to build a team of efficient workforce, and to achieve the goal of an organisation.
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17). Winterizing Beats Boat Battery Burnout By : Stacey Moore
While winter weather may not be ideal for boating, with proper winterization, your boat will be ready to go when the frost thaws in the spring. Battery experts offer the following tips to ensure a fully charged battery after seven or eight months of storage: • Disconnect the batteries from any potential electrical load. Electrical devices, on or off, can draw power off the batteries, which over the course of an off-season may be enough to fully discharge them.
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18). History of Outboard Motors By : Ivar Rudi
Outboard motors on boats where developed as a self-contained unit with engine systems and a propeller. It is mounted at the stern or rear of the boat and is the most common way to propel small boats.
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19). Haines Signature Range By : Kerry Plowright
Haines has built a reputation for building durable boats at a price that is well within the reach of many keen mariners. Here we take a look at the Haines Signature range of boats.
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20). Hawaii Yacht Charters – Enjoy A Sailing Vacation In Paradise By : Peter Leigh
Hawaii yacht charters allow you to sail around the most beautiful coastline in the world. Enjoy the balmy winds of the Hawaiian Islands and sunbathe on the deck of the yacht. Watch the surfers perform their feats of expertise on the huge waves from your berth at the dock. Along with the stunning landscape, you can also enjoy some of the most famous beaches in the world by booking one of the Hawaii yacht charters.
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21). Finding the Best Boat By : Ray La Foy
Even if you have years of boating experience, finding the best boat can still be a tiring task. Whether you are looking for fishing boats or yachts for sale, there are still some basic things you need to look out for.
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22). Boats, A List Of Do’s And Dont's By : Robert Michael
Doesn’t the idea of a lovely three day sail in wonderful old boat sound nice? Here are a few things to think about before you sail away. 1. Do check the price. It may be possible to take an actual, fairly luxurious cruise instead of sailing on one of the oldest boats in America. 2. Do make sure you fully understand the size of your "room " on the boat.
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23). Sailing in the Western Peloponnisos By : ken jones
The wind in the Western Peloponnisos during the summer months is predominately from the NW. It gets up around noon and dies down in the evening. As you progress further south the wind is more from the W - SW. The winter months from October to April sees winds predominately from the SE. The coast of the Western Peloponnisos is in the most part high, rugged mountains, still often snow capped in the spring.
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24). Sailing the Gulfs of Corinth and Patras in Greece By : ken jones
The prevailing winds in the summer months are from the west. It will blow from midday well into the evening. It may reach force 6 in July and August. In the spring and autumn winds will come from the east or west dependent on conditions in the adjacent Aegean or Ionian. The gulf of Patras is prone to thunderstorms in spring and autumn with attendant waterspouts.
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25). Picking The Right Boat By : Nicky Pilkington
There are two questions that should be considered when choosing the right boat: "What will be the fishing for?" and "where will the fishing activities be?" Always look for the signs of quality check the carpet and the compartments - they could be plastic, metal or fiberglass. Look at the little but very important things like the 1000 GPH bilge pump, the six gauge wiring instead of ten or eight that is because heavier wires gives more power from the battery up to the trolling motor.
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