Volvo Aquamatic vs. Mercury Outboard, Open-Water Passage Tips, How to Use a Windlass

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04/28/2022

Volvo vs Mercury

Volvo Aquamatic vs. Mercury Outboard

Volvo Penta Aquamatic diesels go head-to-head versus Mercury Verado 400 outboards on two Sōlace 41-footers.

Open-Water Passage

Preparing for an Open-Water Passage

Boating to the Bahamas yields lessons for any open-water passage.

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Fire Extinguisher Laws

New Marine Fire Extinguisher Law for Boats

New U.S. Coast Guard regulation went into effect April 20, 2022.

Choosing Bottom Paint

Choosing the Best Bottom Paint

Learn how to choose the bottom paint that matches where and how you boat.

Rules for Using a Windlass

Two Rules for Using a Windlass

A windlass works best when you run your boat in concert with the capabilities of this labor-saving accessory.

AkzoNobel Coatings

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AkzoNobel Yacht Coatings: Empowering the Love of Boating

Across its Awlgrip, Interlux and Sea Hawk brands, AkzoNobel’s yacht coatings deliver a full portfolio to keep your boat looking and performing at its best so that you can just enjoy your time on the water.

Chevron Techron

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Ready to Spend More Time on the Water?

With best-in-class corrosion protection, Techron® Marine Fuel System Treatment 3-in-1 formula improves power and responsiveness plus stabilizes fuel.

The ICW

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The Intracoastal Waterway: More Than Just a Protected Route

For all the romanticism of the deep blue sea, for many boaters it’s the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) that just may offer the best bang for the buck.

Prep for Spring

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Video: How to Prep Your Boat for Spring

We stopped by West Marine to pick up some much-needed products to help us complete our to-do list for a safe spring on the water. Watch our video and make sure your checklist is spring-ready!

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