Archive for June, 2011

Digital Displays Dial It In June 28th 2011
Tow boat drivers now have command of everything at their fingertips, including saved settings for wakeboarders and waterskiers.

New Regulations Proposed: Engine Cut Off Lanyards June 28th 2011
The Coast Guard may make engine cut offs mandatory, and now’s your chance to comment.

MarineMax Revises Boating Gear Center Website June 26th 2011
The Florida-based marine mega-retailer introduces a major upgrade to its e-commerce website.

Boat Electrical Outlet Installation June 24th 2011
How your boat's electrical outlets are installed could save a life.

Summer Sailstice 2011: I Kept My Promise June 23rd 2011
Thanks to the annual worldwide raising of sails, I dragged a friend out on the water. And he liked it.

Transatlantic Race Preview June 22nd 2011
History is in the making again in Newport, where yachts from 40 to 289 feet long prepare for next week's staggered starts.

Snakeheads: From Bounty Hunting to Fine Dining June 20th 2011
How one state is fighting this invasive species, dubbed “Frankenfish”.

J Class Regatta Newport: Days 1 and 2 June 18th 2011
With spectators lining both shores, Ranger and Velsheda have been battling up and down Narragansett Bay.

Outboard Engine Cooling Systems June 16th 2011
Outboard engine not squirting water the way it used to? Follow these steps to fix the problem, before it leaves you stranded.

Grundens for the Rest of Us June 15th 2011
Want the gear on Deadliest Catch? Now the company offers waterproofs for all boaters.

J Class Regatta Set for Newport This Week June 14th 2011
Two historic J Class yachts will race this week off Newport, Rhode Island.

Carrick Bend, Rolling Hitch: Trusty Friends June 12th 2011
With two of the most useful tools in the sailor’s arsenal, you can overcome some thorny hauling problems.

Boat Storage and Bow Thrusters June 9th 2011
Using the area around a bow thruster for storage can be tricky. Here are a few tips to prevent damage.

Solar Chargers for iPods, Phones June 7th 2011
Charge your gadgets while your boat is at sea, or anywhere else.