Boating Tips & Advice

     
Selling Your Boat Via Auction In New Zealand - A Comprehensive Guide

Selling Your Boat Via Auction In New Zealand - A Comprehensive Guide

Selling your boat can be a daunting task. The traditional method is to engage a boat broker. Brokers provide an excellent service and remove the hassle for the seller. They take care of advertising, purchaser queries, sea trials and the transfer of ownership including obtaining payment. Sellers ...
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Nurdles: The Scourge Of The Sea

Nurdles: The Scourge Of The Sea

The world's oceans are facing a silent, insidious menace: nurdles. These tiny plastic pellets, each no larger than a lentil, have emerged as one of the most significant contributors to marine plastic pollution. Despite their small size, nurdles pack a powerful punch, wreaking havoc on marine ...
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Minimizing Plastic Waste At Sea

Minimizing Plastic Waste At Sea

Our planet's waterways are facing a plastic pollution crisis of colossal proportions. Every year, millions of tons of plastic waste find their way into the seas, wreaking havoc on marine ecosystems, endangering wildlife, and posing significant threats to human health. It's a crisis that demands ...
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Essential Safety Gear Checklist For Boaties

Essential Safety Gear Checklist For Boaties

Boating can be fun and exciting, but it's important to always be prepared for emergencies. Here are some essential safety gear items that should be onboard a boat in case of an emergency. Lifejackets are an essential safety item for anyone on a boat, and there are several important factors to ...
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Boat Storage Solutions: Air Docks, Boat Lifts, Pontoons, Sea Pens

Boat Storage Solutions: Air Docks, Boat Lifts, Pontoons, Sea Pens

Boat owners know the importance of finding the right storage solution for their watercraft. With so many options available, it can be challenging to decide which one is best. In this article, we will discuss the benefits of air docks, boat lifts, pontoons, sea pens, and fab docks. Air docks are ...
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Launching A Boat On Floating Brick Docking System

Launching A Boat On Floating Brick Docking System

Launching a boat on a floating brick docking system can be a little more complicated than on a traditional fixed dock, but it is still relatively straightforward. Here are the steps to follow: Make sure that the brick docking system is securely anchored in place and is stable enough to support ...
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7 Things You Should Know Before Buying A Jetski

7 Things You Should Know Before Buying A Jetski

Buying a jet ski can be an overwhelming experience, especially if you’re new to water sports. It’s vital that you put in the necessary research before making a decision. After all, this can be an expensive purchase, and it’d be even more heartbreaking if you end up not liking ...
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Electric Outboard Motors: All You Need To Know

Electric Outboard Motors: All You Need To Know

For the purposes of this review we will investigate small (approximately 3hp) outboards. We are all familiar with 2 stroke outboards (dirty but light, no longer manufactured) and 4 stroke outboards (cleaner but relatively heavy). So how does the new range of eco-friendly electric outboards ...
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What Is A Boat Share And Is It Worth It?

What Is A Boat Share And Is It Worth It?

A boat share is an arrangement where multiple individuals or groups jointly own and use a boat. Each owner typically contributes to the purchase cost, as well as ongoing expenses such as maintenance, mooring, and insurance. The owners then take turns using the boat according to an agreed-upon ...
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5 Tips For Safe Boating With Your Pet

5 Tips For Safe Boating With Your Pet

Boating with your pet can be a fun and enjoyable experience. However, it's important to take the necessary precautions to ensure that your pet is safe while out on the water. Here are five tips to help you keep your pet safe while boating: Make sure that your pet has a life jacket and is ...
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