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The winners of our ‘Real Boats, Real Boaters Photo Contest’ each had an eye for awe-inspiring image
The right time. The right place.
Shopping Smart
How to choose gear that will satisfy a gift recipient or serve you well on your own boat
With the holidays approaching and the winter layup period under way, there’s a heightened interest in boating equipment, for gifts or for personal use next season.
Is it durable? Practical? Fairly priced?
In the marine environment, a product must wear well, meet your particular needs and not break your budget
Back in 2003, I had the bottom of my boat painted with two antifouling coatings — Interlux Micron 66 and Pettit Trinidad — one on the port bow and starboard stern and the other on the starboard bow and port stern.
Value is measured in product longevity
In boating equipment, you DO get what you pay for, so look for marine-use products from reputable makers
The first thing I bought for a boat was an official-looking “Navy” anchor. I was 9, and I’d been admiring it for months in the window of the local hardware store. It was for my first boat, a 12-foot navy-gray wooden skiff. I wanted this anchor because I wanted to grow up and be in the Navy (still do).
Internet research vs. hands-on trial
Each has its merits, so take advantage of both, and limit your search to companies with solid reputations
I’m always curious when I see things other people have added to their boats. What does it do? Is it an addition? Does it replace an item that has failed or worn out? Does it work better than the one it replaces? Who is the manufacturer?
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