Insurance - Boating Tips & Advice

What Is A Sea Trial And Why Is It Important?

A sea trial is an inspection of a boat to check its seaworthiness. It is a great way to get a feel for how a boat handles on the water and gives you an opportunity to see if there are any issues with a boat before you buy it. Buying a boat is a big decision and an exciting experience. ...
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A Guide To Boat Storage And Marinas

A cheap and very common way of boat storage is storing the boat yourself, at your home or at a self storage facility. Dry Storage where the boat is stored in a rack, cradle or trailer out of the water. Forklifts can be used to lift and lower boats in the storage racks. Marinas ...
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Insuring Your Boat: Top Tips For Boat Insurance

Let's start by describing the two basic sections of a typical yacht or boat insurance policy: physical damage and liability. The physical damage section covers accidental loss or damage to the boat and its machinery. This not only covers the hull and the boat engine(s), but also the sails and ...
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Boating Safety: Check The Weather Forecast

Checking the weather forecast before heading out on your boat is essential to the safety of your crew and yourself. Are warnings current for your boating area?Marine warnings announce potential dangers that can affect your boating activities. Are there weather conditions affecting safe ...
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