Thousands of boats, engines and other high-dollar marine equipment are stolen in the U.S. each year. To put the problem into perspective, the National Crime Insurance Bureau (NCIB) says boat theft is a $40 million business, with a rate of roughly 1,000 boats stolen per month! Unfortunately, boats are prime targets by thieves due to […]

The Fourth of July is a federally recognized holiday commemorating our nation’s independence from Great Britain. However, it’s also a time of year when friends and family get together to enjoy outings on the water. There’s no better way to enjoy your Fourth of July holiday than by taking your boat on the lake with […]

Next boating season, wouldn’t it be nice to minimize your fuel costs? Being cost conscious shouldn’t just be for filling your vehicle’s gas tank. The continuously fluctuating price of fuel shouldn’t be a reason not to enjoy your boat as much as you would like to. Here are six ways to save money while maximizing your boating […]

For die-hard boating fans winter might not be enough to stop them from taking out their boat for a ride. After all, it’s not as if you’re going to go for a swim, a few extra coats and you should be able to ride around all year, right? You certainly can continue boating through the […]

Oil plays an important role in the overall function of a boat engine. Among other things, it’s responsible for lubricating the moving parts, cleaning and preventing corrosion, improving the seal, and cooling the engine by wicking away heat. Without oil, the engine and its components may overheat and degrade. Boat engine oil normally possesses a […]

A trailer can open up a whole new world of boating possibilities. Instead of limiting yourself to a single body of water, you can haul your boat anywhere you desire. Just like a boat, however, trailers require routine maintenance and care to operate in peak condition. Neglecting this maintenance could leave you and your boat […]

It’s downright frustrating when you drive out to the lake and launch your boat in the water, only to discover that your engine won’t start. Unless you have a battery-powered trolling motor as backup, you’re essentially dead in the water. By doing a little troubleshooting, however, you can usually identify the cause of your failing […]

Who would have thought that a young man who got fired from his first two engineering jobs would have went on to build one of the best boat motors in the business. That’s just what happened to Carl Kiekhaefer before he founded Mercury Marine and today, MerCruiser boat motors are some of the best that […]

When it comes to replace your boat’s propeller, you’ll need to understanding the “pitch” and how it impacts the performance of your boat. Unfortunately, most people completely overlook this measurement, focusing more on the material and style of the propeller. Failure to choose a propeller with the appropriate pitch, however, can translate into poor handling […]