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Engines & Accessoriess

A collection of all the things you need to know about boat engines and accessories.

A row of outboard motor engine powering a boat to travel at sea.

Managing the High Fuel Prices As A Boat Owner

You might be excited to get back on the water, but the rising cost of fuel might have you worried about how it's going to affect your budget. If so, you’re not alone. There's not much you can do to bring the cost of fuel down, but there are some strategies you can utilise so that rising fuel prices don't impact you quite as much as they otherwise would.

The Vital Role of Livewells in Boats: Ensuring the Well-Being of Aquatic Life

When it comes to recreational boating, one crucial feature that often goes unnoticed is the humble livewell. Designed to house and sustain live bait or caught fish and usually found in fishing boats in some Stacer boats, a livewell serves a vital purpose in promoting responsible fishing practices and maintaining the well-being of fish, just to name a few.

Gadgets And Accessories to Include In Your Jet Ski

If you’re lucky enough to own a jet ski, you’ll know how much fun they are. And whether you’re a seasoned jet skier or have just bought a jet ski, you might be looking for inspiration to enhance your ride and get the best experience.

A row of Quintrex tinnies sitting on top of Move Boat Trailers.

Aluminium vs Steel Boat Trailers: The Pros and Cons of Each Material

Boat trailers in the market are usually made with two materials: aluminium and steel. Both are popular choices for boat trailers because of their durable and sturdy components. But what is the big difference between the two? Let’s evaluate both of these materials and find out their strengths and weaknesses.

A medium shot of Yamaha boat engine running on idle.

Running Out of Fuel Unexpectedly? What To Do When This Happens

Most boat engines require fuel just like land-based vehicles. Depending on the type of engine you’re running, whether it’s a Mercury or a Yamaha engine, you might need standard petrol/gas or diesel. If you run out of this fuel in the middle of a journey, your engine won’t be able to work properly. That means you could be stranded in the open water – with no relief in sight. What should you do if you find yourself in this situation?

A dog with sunglasses sitting on a boat covered with towel to prevent the upholstery from getting dirty.

Cheap and Effortless Ways To Keep Your Boat Upholstery In Great Condition

Boat upholstery is an important part of your vessel's interior. It not only provides comfort and style but also protects your boat's surfaces from wear and tear. However, boat upholstery is also subjected to constant exposure to the elements, which can cause damage over time. Regular maintenance is key to keeping your boat upholstery in good condition.

A man steering a boat with an electronic device beside him.

What Are the Main Electronics Usually Installed In a Boat?

The electronics revolution has provided boat owners with a confusing assortment of sophisticated equipment that improves the performance of their boats and increases the safety and convenience of life onboard. No matter what boat you have these are the electronics that are needed for your boat to work in its best condition.

Keeping Your Wakeboard Gear In Its Mint Condition: Tips and Tricks

If you’re not wakeboarding right now, there’s plenty you can do during your rest to take care of your gear. Waterski equipment maintenance requires little effort and can be completed anywhere you store them. Regular maintenance will ensure that you don’t have any problems once you’re back on the water. With our guide to wakeboard maintenance, you’ll be completely prepared for your next thrilling ride out in the water!

A motorboat with fenders positioned on its hull while its underway.

Boat Fenders: The Best Defence of a Water Vessel Against Scratches and Bumps

Boats are vulnerable to damage, especially since the boat’s hull is susceptible to getting hit and damaged by moorings, pilings, and other boats. Since all these instances are unavoidable, a protective item should be placed to prevent the hull from getting destroyed. That’s when a boat fender comes in to give protection to their boats from any damage.

No Fishfinder? No Worries! 8 Ways to Spot Fish Without Electronics

Anglers from the past had been catching fish without any form of technology, you can still have a great fishing session without using your electronics. Plus, it can be a lot more fun challenging, adventurous, and enjoyable to do since you only rely solely on your skills and luck and you can’t take any shortcuts. Looking for fish takes patience and knowledge.

The 3 Types of Marine Heads Installed in Boats

If you’ve ever enjoyed fishing, cruising or family boating in a Stacer Sea Runner boat or a Stacer Crossfire, you will know that a boat with a toilet (also known as 'heads’) is infinitely better compared to a boat without a toilet. The most basic function of a marine head is not only to hold in contents when people onboard need to relieve themselves. It functions almost similarly to a regular toilet where the contents are flushed in a tank by rinsing the bowl to reduce staining and prevent the odours to reach the bowl from the holding tank.

A low angle shot of a boat trailer and a boat.

How to Choose the Best Trailer Size for Your Boat

When it comes to boat trailers, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Every water vessel is different from each other so, therefore, the trailer you will need for your boat will be quite different from other trailers as well. You need to know the correct dimensions of your boat, to find the perfect match of a boat trailer for your watercraft.

All The Important Stuff You Need to Know About a Marine Compass

Aside from having a handy GPS in your boat, it’s also important to have a good old maritime compass too. A compass is a trusty device to give you directions on going from point A to point B without your Camero Vision boat going astray. Plus it doesn’t need batteries or electricity to keep giving you directions so this small item is still useful even with the widespread use of GPS trackers by boaters.

Men wearing a life jacket while fishing at sea.

Know Which Life Jacket To Use in Various Water Conditions

Regardless if you’ve been boating for some time or for a long time, you know that life jackets are the most essential boat accessories to have. And you also know that not all boats are made the same. Some are more suitable in certain bodies of water and some are not wearable. It’s essential to know which life jackets are appropriate to use in offshore or inshore waters and their functions.

A collection of safety items to use during an emergency

Vital Safety Items To Have In Your Boat

Sometimes, accidents and unfortunate incidents happen even when you’re careful. Man overboard, intoxication, injuries, extreme weather conditions, allergy reactions, and sudden illness can occur whenever you’re out in on your boat. And these events happen when you least expect them. So, it’s important to be always ready whenever they occur. The best way to prepare yourself is to these events is to equip your boat with the necessary safety equipment and boating accessories you will need to assist you while waiting for help to come.

Practical Accessories That You Need to Have in Your Dock

If you own a dock or are thinking of installing one, it might have passed your mind that you want to include attractive and functional accessories to complement your boat dock. Docks are important for boat owners because not only it’s the place where boats are moored to load and unload passengers and cargo, but they can also be used for fishing and diving activities. Every boater wants a dock that is efficient for anyone to use. To upgrade your dock, all you need to do is to install dock accessories.

A Yamaha outboard engine installed at the boat's transom

Useful Tips to Lessen Your Boat Engine's Fuel Consumption

In a time when it’s precarious to abuse and waste fuel usage, it’s time to be more mindful of how much fuel you’re wasting. If you want to save more cash and you want to lessen water pollution, it’s time to do fuel-saving activities that ensure your fuel use will not be put to waste.

A boat with two Yamaha outboard engines attached to the transom

The Pros and Cons of Inboard and Outboard Engines

The motor engine of a boat can greatly impact the type of boating activities that you can enjoy, as well as affect the maintenance costs of owning a boat. While there are many different maritime engines and power choices available, there are two main types: inboard and outboard motor engines.

Choosing the Best Boat Trailer Bunk Carpet: The Different Materials It's Made Of

How you use your boat trailer and the type of boat you have are major factors in picking a good carpet. Likewise, your tastes and budget come into play. The fact is a lot of boaters don’t care that much about a boat trailer bunk carpet. You just want something that works, and that’s reasonable. So, balancing the cost with the effectiveness is always something to keep in mind.

Quintrex Freestyler with lights on at night

The Different Types of Boat Lights

Boat lights are just one of the most essential boat accessories that you greatly need since they provide light to guide you in safely navigating your boat during nighttime or during foggy conditions.

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Engines & Accessoriess

Managing the High Fuel Prices As A Boat Owner

The Vital Role of Livewells in Boats: Ensuring the Well-Being of Aquatic Life

Gadgets And Accessories to Include In Your Jet Ski

Aluminium vs Steel Boat Trailers: The Pros and Cons of Each Material

Running Out of Fuel Unexpectedly? What To Do When This Happens

Cheap and Effortless Ways To Keep Your Boat Upholstery In Great Condition

What Are the Main Electronics Usually Installed In a Boat?

Keeping Your Wakeboard Gear In Its Mint Condition: Tips and Tricks

Boat Fenders: The Best Defence of a Water Vessel Against Scratches and Bumps

No Fishfinder? No Worries! 8 Ways to Spot Fish Without Electronics

The 3 Types of Marine Heads Installed in Boats

How to Choose the Best Trailer Size for Your Boat

All The Important Stuff You Need to Know About a Marine Compass

Know Which Life Jacket To Use in Various Water Conditions

Vital Safety Items To Have In Your Boat

Practical Accessories That You Need to Have in Your Dock

Useful Tips to Lessen Your Boat Engine's Fuel Consumption

The Pros and Cons of Inboard and Outboard Engines

Choosing the Best Boat Trailer Bunk Carpet: The Different Materials It's Made Of

The Different Types of Boat Lights

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