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Trailer Boat Pre-Fishing Checklist

Going fishing is a very exciting time, but there are some things you don’t want to overlook during the commotion of getting ready. If you keep your boat on a trailer, you have some specific hurdles to cross before you get to the fun part …

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Pre-Trip Fishing Gear Checklist

It takes a lot of gear to go fishing and offshore fishing has even more. We’ve created this quick checklist to help you keep track and make sure you have what you need as you pull away from the dock. The Fishing Gear Make sure …

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Pre-Flight Check List For Private Boaters

Preparation for any boating on the open ocean requires careful planning to ensure a fun and safe day on the water. A lack of preparation can turn an awesome day on the water into a long boat ride at the end of a tow rope …

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How To Buy A Used Fishing Boat

Boat buying tips for used fishing boats that will help you sort the wheat from the chaff. How to buy a used fishing boat is a topic that gets raised often among anglers, and it’s no wonder: making a major financial purchase on a used …

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Boating & Fishing Tech In 2021

You want to head for the hotspots armed with the latest and greatest boating tech? Of course you do. We anglers take out mission seriously and we’ll utilize every advantage at our disposal to get out there faster and safer, then catch more, bigger fish …

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3 Boat Docking Tips To Save The Day

Here are some great docking tips to make this part of the day much less stressful for everyone.

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Marine Electronics Checklist – Electronics Pre-Season Check Up

Now is the time to prepare the boat for the upcoming season. This process is generally referred to as “Spring Commissioning,” and often involves engine, cooling, and fuel system preparations to ensure trouble-free boating.

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How To Flush Your Outboard Engine

Fishing in saltwater is a blast, but the harsh elements can destroy your outboard if you don’t flush afterward. Most of us take good care of our marine equipment. We wash and wax our boats and outboards, change the oil and oil filter regularly, and …

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Eight Survival Techniques Boaters Need To Know

If an emergency occurs while you’re out on your boat, will you be prepared to handle it? Even if you have all the right safety equipment aboard, every time you launch a boat there’s a certain amount of risk involved. It’s actually pretty low – …

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7 Tackle Prep Ideas To Do While Quarantined

Here are 7 great tips to get your fishing tackle organized and ready for the seasons. No matter what you fish for, getting prepared ahead of time equals more fish!

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Seven Boat Maintenance Tips You Need To Know

Use these boat maintenance tips, and your fishing machine will look and run like new. When it comes to our fishing boats, we take immeasurable steps to fight saltwater corrosion, mitigate UV radiation, and wage war against regular old wear and tear. For many of …

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7 Tips To Ensure The Quality Of Your Fish For Dinner

If you follow the tips below, you can rest assured your catch will be safe to eat and as delicious as possible. These tips will deliver a product that’s amazing for both sushi and cooked fish.

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How To Wash Your Boat – Pro Tips

Having the right boat cleaning supplies and a streamlined method will make boat washing as painless as it can be. Capt. Scott Goodwin shares some tips for washing your boat and keeping it like new.

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Boat Fuel System Health – Techron Marine

Techron Marine is the key to fighting dirty fuel, engine deposits, and corrosion that could slow me down in my charter business. At one ounce per gallon, a little bit of Techron goes a long way"- Capt. Gerry Mahieu

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5 Boat Project Tips – Drilling Holes In Boats

Capt. Scott Goodwin has just finished a custom boat build and documents 5 great tips he uses when drilling and installing hardware during a myriad of boat projects.

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Five Stupid Ways To Kill An Outboard

If you want your outboard to run, don’t do this! Lenny Rudow offers up a list of outboard engine maintenance tips that will keep your boat motor running longer.

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How To Polish Your Boat To Shine Like A Perfect 10

Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who’s gel coat gleams brightest of them all? Fishing boats aren’t just a mere form of on-the-water transportation, they’re also a symbol of your virtuous work ethic, socio-economic achievement, and success at living the American dream (start humming the National Anthem, …

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Chevron Introduces Techron Protection Plus Marine Fuel System Treatment

Chevron Products Company, a leading provider of premium aftermarket fuel additives, engine oils, lubricants, coolants and related products, recently introduced its new Techron Marine Fuel System Treatment formulated specifically for gasoline-powered boats and the harsh marine environment. Techron Marine Fuel System Treatment Cleans carbon deposits, …