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All of the Costs Involved in Owning a Boat

Before you go out to boat dealerships to buy a new or used boat, you need to know the costs of owning one. Buying a boat is the first of the endless expenses where you shell out your money. There is a lot more to spend aside from regular maintenance. It’s best to be aware of these expenses first before plunging onward to become a boat owner.

Doing A Sea Trial Of Used Motorboats: Tips on How To Do It Safely

A sea trial is sort of a test run, to make sure everything works properly and to ensure there are no problems occurring with the boat. Most marine surveyors (the guys who will check the boat in every nook and cranny to make sure it is in good condition) will suggest carrying a sea trial out. However, hiring surveyors can be pretty expensive and on top of the boat and its accessories and equipment you’re buying, your budget might be in a bind. It makes sense that you may not want to get a surveyor to save money. So, if you don’t want a surveyor inspecting and tinkering with your soon-to-be boat, all of those responsibilities are yours for the taking.

A man holding a fish on toolbox inside a boat

Penny Pinching Tips To Save Money On Your Next Fishing Trip

It’s not impossible to only spend a little on a fishing trip and still enjoy the experience. All you need is discipline, sheer determination, and strategy to think up ways to save money. However, you don’t need to do that alone since this article will give you some useful tips on how to enjoy a fishing trip that won’t break the bank.

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The Awesome Qualities of A Plate Boat

Plate boats are designed and built to last, so the console, cabin or hard top is welded to the floor to become one with the hull. If it’s screwed down, it’s another sign the boat you’re looking at isn’t a real plate boat. Here are some qualities of a plate boat that make them superior to other boats.

Practical Tips To Keep in Mind If You’re Thinking of Living in A Boat Full Time

Idealising and romanticizing the idea of living on a boat full-time can be inspiring enough to leave your boring life and brave the unknown but the actual reality is not as easy as it looks and it’s not always as appealing as you think it is. You need to prepare yourself financially, mentally, emotionally, and physically to be able to partake in the journey. You also have to make sure that your boat is sturdy enough to travel great distances if you plan to do a globetrotting expedition.

Reasons Why Boats Capsize and How To Prevent This From Happening To Your Boat

Boating can be loads of fun and lets you experience a thrill that is different from any land-based activities, but it can also be risky as well and at times, horrifying and even life-threatening. Collision, boat fires, and capsizing boats are just some of the worst-case scenarios to get yourself entangled in when you’re onboard a boat.

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