Pontoon boats are growing in popularity for boat owners due to their versatile design and function. One downside to pontoons (as with any boat) is the potential for seasickness, a form of motion sickness caused by movement over water. You can get seasick on a pontoon boat. However, your seasickness may be less severe than…
Jet skis are a blast to ride during the summer, but they can be dangerous if the currents are strong or you don’t know how to use them correctly. One thing that can happen is it can get flipped upside down, so how long can a jet ski stay upside down in the water before…
As a new or experienced boater, you’re probably excited to be out cruising peacefully or racing through the water. You may feel safe and secure in your boat, especially considering there are seemingly fewer hazards than when driving on the road. However, when you think about all the potential obstacles, you may wonder, is boating…
If you own a jet ski but don’t live near the ocean, you may not have given much thought to how saltwater can affect your PWC. Who thinks about saltwater on Lake Erie or Lake Tahoe? But if you live on the coast or decide to go there one day, there are some things about…
Boat care is an essential and detailed part of owning a boat. It is good to familiarize yourself with your boat’s specific cleaning, storage, and hauling needs before purchasing it or taking it on a trip. There are several pieces involved in trailering your boat; one part that boat owners are frequently troubled by is…
If you’re familiar with boating, you probably already know that quality boat engines will hardly be affected by overcurrents; unfortunately, they’re just as likely as any fuse to get affected by short circuits. However, boat fuses are difficult to find, and many people will substitute them with car fuses instead. But are boat fuss and…
No matter what type of boat you have, it likely has a steering cable. In fact, most boats rely on these cables to help them maneuver. But are boat steering cables universal? Boat steering cables are generally universal. The 3300/33 type control cable is the most popular and typically works with most boats. There may…
Blasting over the waves on a jet ski is high-tier motorsports fun. I say this having done it a few times off the shores of Lake Erie. However, if your motor will start on land but not on the water, you’ll need to figure out why. If your jet ski starts on land but not…
Pedal boats are a great way to exercise while enjoying the outdoors. They’re also a lot of fun – perfect for a day out with friends or family. But how fast can a pedal boat go? Generally speaking, the average pedal boat can go between 4 and 6 mph (6.4 and 9.6 kph) while specially…
