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Houseboat Holidays Vs Houseboat Ownership: Which Is Right For You?
Whether you’re dreaming of a slow week drifting down the Murray or a lifetime on the water, New Zealand’s houseboat scene offers a path for every type of enthusiast. But knowing whether to hire or buy is a decision that deserves serious thought.
Houseboats occupy a unique corner of ...
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How Buying Through A Boat Dealer Protects You
Whether you're shopping for a tinny, a fishing boat, a pontoon, or a luxury cruiser, the difference between buying privately and buying through a licensed dealer could save you thousands of dollars, serious legal headaches, and a lot of heartbreak. Here's what New Zealand boat buyers need to know ...
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Everything You Need To Know Before Buying A Tinny
Whether you're chasing bream in a tidal creek, trolling for barra on a remote river system, or teaching your kids to fish off a calm estuary, a tinny delivers go-anywhere versatility at a price point that's hard to beat. But with hundreds of models, dozens of brands, and a wide range of sizes and ...
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Jet Skis & Personal Watercraft In New Zealand: The Complete Buyer's Guide
Personal watercraft are the most accessible entry point into recreational boating. This guide covers every major decision a buyer faces: which type of PWC suits your needs, how Sea-Doo, Yamaha WaveRunner, and Kawasaki compare, what a fair price looks like new and used, what to inspect before you ...
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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. However, ...
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Boat Storage Solutions: Air Docks, Boat Lifts, Pontoons, Sea Pens
The right boat storage solution, whether an air dock, boat lift, pontoon, sea pen or fab dock, depends on your boat’s size, the water depth at your location, how much maintenance you’re willing to take on, and how easily you want to get the boat in and out of the water.
Air docks use ...
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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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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, sharing the purchase cost and ongoing expenses, and whether it’s worth it depends on the boat’s cost, the ongoing expenses, and how frequently you plan to use it.
In a boat share, each owner ...
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Living On Your Boat - Is It Right For You?
Living on a boat can be an exciting and unique experience. It offers a chance to see the world from a different perspective and enjoy the freedom of living on the water. However, it also requires some extra preparation and planning.
Here are some tips to help you make the most out of your boat ...
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What Is A Sea Trial And Why Is It Important?
A sea trial is an inspection of a boat to check its seaworthiness. It is a great way to get a feel for how a boat handles on the water and gives you an opportunity to see if there are any issues with a boat before you buy it.
Buying a boat is a big decision and an exciting experience. ...
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