8 Cool Things to Have on a Boat

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Boating is all about having fun, and that starts with stocking up on the coolest boating accessories to enhance the fun. From towable tubes to snorkeling gear and so much more, check out our list of eight fun things to have onboard your boat this summer.

Top Tow Tubes for Your Boat

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Summer is coming to a close but there is still plenty of fun to be had on the water. We’ve assembled a list of the towables that we’ve enjoyed the most this season. Did we miss one of your favorites? Let us know in the comments! One Person Tubes Connelly Racer This is a versatile […]

Freshwater Fishing Reels

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Bait-Casting Reels — This reel stores line on a bearing-supported revolving spool geared so a single rotation of the reel handle results in multiple spool revolutions. The spool’s spindle is perpendicular to the rod and casting direction. Line comes off the reel as the spool spins. The reel is designed to handle a wide variety of fishing lines and its adjustable drag system has the power to control a surging big fish. Spool friction adjustments are required to keep line from tangling in a spool “backlash.” Additional adjustments include opposing magnets to slow the spool rotation to prevent backlash. These reels offer the best casting accuracy and fish fighting control, but require more skill and practice to use

5 Essential Rules of the Water

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Take the first step towards learning the boating rules of the road and simple boating etiquette with this beginner’s guide, 5 Essential Rules of the Water, powered by Progressive®. Regardless of where you go boating or what type of boat you’re operating, one of the most important rules to keep in mind is that you are responsible for avoiding collisions at all times. Always be aware of your surroundings, look out for other vessels, and keep a safe speed. This guide will also help you understand the meaning of port (left) and starboard (right)—if facing towards the front of the boat—and teach you how to maneuver in various on-water scenarios depending on whether you are the stand-on vessel or the give-way vessel.

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Top Ten Places to Saltwater Fish in America

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With great inshore and offshore fishing that will challenge both beginners and experienced anglers, these 10 hot spots — listed in alphabetical order — are the best saltwater fishing destinations in America.

Driving a Boat: 6 Tips for Operating with Confidence

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Learning how to drive a boat for the first time can be fun and rewarding. Get started with our beginner’s guide for operating a boat, 6 Tips on Driving a Boat, powered by Progressive®. Follow along for advice on how to attach a boat’s engine cut-off switch (ECOS), how to operate the throttle and trim a boat, and how to steer, slow down and avoid collisions. Plus, find tips on how to deal with different situations that could impact operation, such as wind, waves, and current. Always be cautious of speed, and remember, with practice comes confidence!

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