I’ve been in Ft. Lauderdale a lot lately, to check out new introductions at the boat show – one of the biggest in the country. And this year’s show was no disappointment. There were new models galore, in everything from […]
Hot New Boats from the Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show: Edgewater, Scout, Sea Ray, and More! Read More »
The biggest problem with most heavy-duty rain jackets and bibs is that they’re heavy – and staying dry means staying hot, unless you find foul weather gear like the new Gage Storm Runner. To understand how these jackets and pants
Gage Storm Runner: Stay Dry, Not Hot! Read More »
When it comes to electronic navigation and buying a new chartplotter, in this day and age, you have a million options. So, how’s a boater supposed to know which unit is the right one to pick? You have to know what
5 Things to Look For in a New Chartplotter Read More »
Let’s face it: buying stuff for boats is just plain fun. We might complain about how much something costs, we might hesitate at every purchase, but when you walk back to your truck with a bag full of goodies, there’s
5 Cool Gadgets for Boaters Read More »
Boat seat cushions may all look more or less the same in the showroom and at a boatshow, but how those seat cushions are made will have a lasting impact on your comfort, and the value of your boat. The comfort part is
What’s in a boat’s seat cushions? Read More »
Fixing cracks, scratches, and chinks in fiberglass is a pretty easy process which often doesn’t work out too well. It should be simple, right? Just mix the resin and hardener, add a little pigment, and smear it on. Well… sort
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A while back I wrote an article for Boats.com about the 10 coolest and craziest looking boats in the world. The response was, well, let’s just say it was crazy! So, I thought everyone checking out FishGame.com might enjoy hearing about these
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It sounds nuts – can you really reverse the corrosion process? Yep, you bet. Fighting corrosion is a never-ending battle for all boaters, especially those in saltier waters. In fact, we’ve talked before about how to stop corrosion problems and
Corrosion in Reverse??? YES! Read More »
Yes, seriously – last Saturday, I spent an entire day aboard a 35 Everglades powered by triple 350-hp Yamaha F350 outboards. We ran, we trolled, we ran some more, and then we trolled some more. We were one the water
1,050 Horsepower on a Center Console – Seriously??? Read More »
Every now and again you run across something new that makes you raise your eyebrows, and that’s what happened when I heard about these new survival bracelets. Now, maybe I’m just behind the times (my teenage kids certainly think so)
SurvivalStraps Survival Bracelets – Jewelry that Matters? Read More »
If there’s anything we can all agree on, it’s the fact that the current political season is chock-full of lies and deception. And unfortunately, there are also plenty of lies out there when it comes to boats. Chances are, at
3 Lies They Told You About Boats Read More »
In-between casts it hit me: hunting season is just around the corner, and I haven’t touched my duck boat in months. The same thing happened last year, and I neglected to get prepped until mere days before the shooting began.
Hunting Season is Coming – Is Your Boat Ready? Read More »
For most of us, running over the asphalt at 200-plus miles and hour in a NASCAR race is just a dream. But as a boater, you might be a lot closer to NASCAR than you think. Just consider these facts,
What your Boat has in Common with NASCAR Read More »
I hear this question more often than any other: I plan to go shopping for a new fishfinder, so what’s the best way to go about it? Choosing a new fishfinder is a tough process, one in which we all second-guess ourselves, struggle through,
Shopping for the Right Fishfinder Read More »
If your boat is more than a year or two old, the gel coat probably doesn’t look as good as it once did – luckily, restoring it to the original shiny, lustrous look is a lot easier than you might
Restoring Faded Gel Coat Read More »
Transom savers don’t fit every rig, but you can’t trailer with the engine tilted up if you don’t have one – can you? Generally speaking the answer is “no,” but there’s a new option now on the market: the Skegg Pro.
Trailering with the Engine Up, and No Transom Saver Read More »
If you want a boat like no other with four wheel drive utility, AquaQuad has the ride you’re looking for: the Utility and Exploration vehicle. This unusual outboard-powered machine is a one-of-a-kind waterborne wonder, mixing boat-like size and features with
AquaQuad: A Boat with Four Wheel Drive? Read More »
Finding the right trim when running a powerboat has two major effects: it will improve the riding characteristics, and maximize fuel economy. Yet many boaters never even bother to adjust the trim much beyond trimming down for the hole shot, and up
How to Trim your Boat Right, Every Time Read More »
If you’re like me, your favorite fishing and hunting buddies are your own kids. My two 12 year old boys join me on virtually every trip through the inlet, into the marsh, and onto the bay. But for many of
Five Tips for Boating with Kids Read More »
There are a lot of reasons why kayak fishing has become so popular in recent years: it’s relatively inexpensive, it’s effective and in some cases even more effective than fishing from other types of boats, and it’s a heck of
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