Boat Types
3 Unique Electric Boats Available for Rent on Boatsetter Right Now
Electric vehicles have become a common sight today and electric boats aren’t far behind. Electric marine propulsion (powered by large battery banks) or hybrid propulsion (a combination of a combustion [...]
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What is a Tri-Hull Boat?
· Dec 16, 2021 · Updated Feb 24, 2022 Boats have three basic hull types; monohull, catamaran, and trimaran. Tri-hull boats are really a hybridization of a trimaran and a monohull boat. The design uses sponsons on either side [...]
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21-pitch prop vs. 19-pitch prop
· Oct 11, 2021 · Updated Nov 3, 2023 A propeller is a bit like a tire. It moves you forward, and you realize it until there’s a problem. It should be a part of your boat maintenance routine [...]
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Should You Buy a Pontoon Boat? (How Much Do They Cost?)
· Sep 24, 2021 · Updated May 10, 2024 A pontoon boat is a flatboat that uses pontoons (or tubes) to float. Pontoon boat heights can be as shallow as eight inches, which reduces the risk of running the [...]
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Do Sailboats Have Motors?
· Sep 23, 2021 · Updated Dec 1, 2023 Most sailboats over the length of 16 feet have some form of auxiliary power. That may be an electric motor or gas-powered outboard. But the larger a sailboat, the more [...]
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Boat Flooring Options
· Sep 21, 2021 Boats can be built from wood, fiberglass, carbon fiber, aluminum, and steel. There are even boats made of concrete. The flooring (referred to as decks by the salty crowd) in [...]
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The Best Small Fishing Boats: A Short Guide
· Sep 16, 2021 · Updated Jul 28, 2023 Very few things in this world are as relaxing, calming, and, ultimately, liberating as a day of fishing. Whether on a pristine alpine lake or taking to the high seas, [...]
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Aluminum vs Fiberglass Boats
· Sep 2, 2021 · Updated May 20, 2022 Buying a boat can be very intimidating, even for the most seasoned captain. When purchasing or renting a boat, there are many things to consider, like your budget, where you’ll [...]
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Type Of Sails: A Complete Guide
· Aug 25, 2021 · Updated Sep 29, 2023 If you are approaching sailing and sailboats from a very beginner’s perspective, then the concept of different kinds of sails can be a strange one. We often believe we see [...]
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Best Outboard Motor: A Complete Guide
· Aug 18, 2021 · Updated May 20, 2022 Are you ready to get out on the water, but do not know what outboard motor is the right one? Tired of looking through endless engine configurations and fuel types? [...]
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Finding The Best Deck Boat
· Aug 17, 2021 · Updated May 19, 2022 If you’re someone who lives for the pleasure of boating and the feeling of the wind in your face as you zip around your lake, chances are you’re not in [...]
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Best Affordable Bay Boat
· Aug 16, 2021 · Updated Aug 17, 2023 Bay boats are an excellent investment for both anglers and pleasure cruisers alike. They can glide smoothly across the water quickly and are perfect for fishing in shallow waters. However, [...]
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