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Electric Outboard Motors: All You Need To Know

Electric Outboard Motors: All You Need To Know

For the purposes of this review we will investigate small (approximately 3hp) outboards. We are all familiar with 2 stroke outboards (dirty but light, no longer manufactured) and 4 stroke outboards (cleaner but relatively heavy). So how does the new range of eco-friendly electric outboards ...
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What Is A Boat Share And Is It Worth It?

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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5 Tips For Safe Boating With Your Pet

5 Tips For Safe Boating With Your Pet

Boating with your pet can be a fun and enjoyable experience, but it’s important to take the necessary precautions to ensure that your pet is safe while out on the water. The five tips below cover life jackets, hydration, hot surfaces and footing, toilet breaks, and keeping your pet secure ...
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Living On Your Boat - Is It Right For You?

Living On Your Boat - Is It Right For You?

Living on a boat can offer lower living costs, increased freedom and a unique lifestyle, but it requires extra preparation, including choosing the right marina, budgeting for boat maintenance and registration, and understanding licensing, insurance and compliance requirements. Living on your boat ...
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Selling A Boat In Sydney NSW And Surrounding Areas?

Selling A Boat In Sydney NSW And Surrounding Areas?

Boating in New South Wales is a great way to get out on the water and enjoy the scenery. Sydney and its surrounds is perfect for boat lovers.  It can be a great activity for the whole family, or just a fun outing with friends.   How Can I Sell My Boat Online. 1. Find out the average ...
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What Is A Sea Trial And Why Is It Important?

What Is A Sea Trial And Why Is It Important?

A sea trial is an inspection of a boat on the water to check its seaworthiness, giving a prospective buyer the chance to feel how the boat handles and spot any issues before committing to a purchase, ideally with a marine surveyor or industry expert along for the ride. Buying a boat is a big ...
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The Art Of Short Handed Boat Berthing

The Art Of Short Handed Boat Berthing

Berthing a boat short-handed is safer and easier when you approach the dock slowly, use lines and fenders to protect the boat, control your speed and direction with the engine and rudder, and communicate clearly, ideally after practising in calm conditions first. Short-handed boat berthing can be ...
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A Guide To Boat Storage And Marinas

A Guide To Boat Storage And Marinas

Boat owners can choose between storing their boat at home or in self storage, using dry storage on a rack, cradle or trailer, or keeping it at a marina in either wet storage in a pen or berth, or dry storage out of the water, with the right choice depending on cost, convenience and the amenities a ...
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How Can I Sell My Boat Online?

How Can I Sell My Boat Online?

BoatsOnline aims to make buying and selling a boat easy, efficient and affordable by giving boat dealers, brokers and private sellers access to a dynamic and low-cost online marketplace. Listing is as simple as following three steps, there is no commission charged on a sale, and your ad runs until ...
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Sell Your Boat For Free

Sell Your Boat For Free

If you want to Sell Your Boat Privately, you are in the right place with thousands of potential buyers every day!  Selling a boat, jet ski, tinny or boat gear privately is free on BoatsOnline as long as it is advertised for under $7,500, giving you access to thousands of potential buyers ...
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