If you own a car, you probably know that a car engine charges the car battery when it runs. But does your boat motor work the same way? A boat motor charges the battery when it runs by using an alternator to replenish the battery. However, the battery loses energy every time the boat starts,…
Removing a propeller from a boat may seem like a tedious job. But in reality, it is relatively straightforward to do. Taking off an inboard and outboard propeller only includes simple steps, which you can do even if you are not a professional in this kind of job. However, people seem to think that the…
Powerboats require fuel to run. But what fuel do they run on, and which is the best fuel for my boat? There are a lot of things to know about boat fuel. In this article, you will find out everything you need to know about boat fuel including: Different Types Of Boat Fuel Boat fuel…
Stand-up paddle boarding is among the fastest-growing sports, and it uses large boards and paddles to let the rider move through the water. These paddle boards are commonly made out of fiberglass to ensure their durability. But as paddle boarding grows in popularity, the equipment used for the sports should develop as well. Thus, giving…
Pedal boats and paddle boats bring me back to childhood memories at the cottage. It was so much fun deciding which watercraft to take out each day, and even more, fun when I got to take the boat out for an adventure. As I was a child at the time, our choices were the pedal…
Despite being a tiny object, an impeller is one of the essential parts of a motorboat engine, and it plays a big part in pumping raw water from outside a motorboat to cool the engine. But it seems as though many motorboat owners do not pay much attention to this part or understand its value….
You’ve probably heard of paddleboarding or SUP (stand-up paddleboarding). It has become one of the most popular water sports over the last decade. It looks so easy when you see someone gliding over the surface of the water, but is paddle boarding difficult to learn? Paddle boarding is a very easy water sport to learn….
Standup paddleboarding (SUP) paddles have a wide range of available angles for efficiency in paddling on open water. Most of the time, it varies from 5 to 15 degrees. Some paddler enthusiasts are confused about this matter and wonder why are SUP Paddles angled in the first place. SUP paddles are angled to push the…
Powerboat racing is a sport with thrill, adventure, and a little danger. But apart from the enticing characteristics of this water sport, there are facts about powerboat racing that many boat enthusiasts seem not to know. For instance, did you know that the windows used for powerboats came from F-16 fighter jets? If you are…
