Collision Course with a Crossing Boat? How to Know
April 10th 2013
Here are a couple of ways to manage the chronic headache of 'constant bearing, decreasing range.'
Boating Law
Sealed Batteries: Are They Really Sealed?
December 12th 2011
New batteries are advertised as sealed. So why do they need venting?
New batteries are advertised as sealed. So why do they need venting?
Electrical Panel Covers: Avoid a Shocking Experience
October 21st 2011
Covering your electrical panel is not only a great idea—it’s now required by the ABYC if the panel combines AC and DC circuitry.
Covering your electrical panel is not only a great idea—it’s now required by the ABYC if the panel combines AC and DC circuitry.
GPS Threat: FCC Proposes Bandwidth Change
July 18th 2011
If the Federal Communications Commission grants a proposed license, we could all end up on the rocks.
If the Federal Communications Commission grants a proposed license, we could all end up on the rocks.
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.
The Coast Guard may make engine cut offs mandatory, and now’s your chance to comment.
Emissions Legislation: Long View
May 8th 2011
Antipollution laws are formidable at first, but they can be a plus.
Antipollution laws are formidable at first, but they can be a plus.
Life Jackets Mandatory for Adults in Massachusetts?
April 5th 2011
A bill that would have amended state law to require that PFDs be worn by everyone on boats under 20’ LOA did not win support in the legislature.
A bill that would have amended state law to require that PFDs be worn by everyone on boats under 20’ LOA did not win support in the legislature.
What does ABYC Certification Mean?
March 9th 2011
An explanation of the term "ABYC Certified Technician"
An explanation of the term "ABYC Certified Technician"
Can Marine Electronics Fry Your Brain?
January 26th 2011
If cell phones are a radiation hazards, what about all those fancy display screens?
If cell phones are a radiation hazards, what about all those fancy display screens?
NMMA Certification: What it Means, and How it Works
January 7th 2011
Does that little blue and red NMMA certification sticker really mean a better built boat?
Does that little blue and red NMMA certification sticker really mean a better built boat?
Hose Clamps, Surveyors, and the ABYC
December 15th 2010
Does the American Boat and Yacht Council require double hose clamps?
Does the American Boat and Yacht Council require double hose clamps?
EPA Permits Increased Use of Ethanol with E15 Fuel
October 14th 2010
A fuel with a greater percentage of ethanol has now been approved for sale to certain motor vehicles.
A fuel with a greater percentage of ethanol has now been approved for sale to certain motor vehicles.
Battle Over E-15 Fuel Still Raging
September 2nd 2010
More ethanol in boat fuel would likely mean trouble for boat owners, but the Secretary of Agriculture has said that the waiver allowing E-15 may be a "done deal."
More ethanol in boat fuel would likely mean trouble for boat owners, but the Secretary of Agriculture has said that the waiver allowing E-15 may be a "done deal."
Don’t Let Ethanol Ruin Your Day, Your Engine, Your Bank Account
May 13th 2009
Don't wait to see what happens when there's 50-percent more of this additive running through your gas engine.
Don't wait to see what happens when there's 50-percent more of this additive running through your gas engine.
