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Mind Your Wake Stewards Grant

Introducing the Mind Your Wake Stewards Grant

Boatsetter Team · Jan 17, 2024 · Updated Oct 31, 2024

Here at Boatsetter, we’re conscious of the environmental impact boating has on the planet’s water. We’re also aware that mindfulness is a practice. So, to help our boat owners, we’ve [...]

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2024 Miami Boat Show

Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show 2024 Preview Guide

Boatsetter Team · Jan 12, 2024

The Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show, also known as the Miami Boat Show, in South Florida is a fun recreational marine event that draws boaters from all over the [...]

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Trip planning with Boatsetter

How to Use Add-ons to Help with Trip Planning

Boatsetter Team · Jan 12, 2024

If you’ve read our post on how to plan for a boat trip then you know how much goes into it. From browsing to booking to boating, our goal is [...]

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electric boat anchors

Electric Boat Anchors

Boatsetter Team · Jan 10, 2024 · Updated Jan 11, 2024

We’ve covered how to read a boat GPS, and now it’s time to move onto anchors! Having a good anchoring mechanism on your boat is of the utmost importance. Whether you [...]

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boat anchor types

Boat Anchor Types: A Complete Guide

Boatsetter Team · Jan 10, 2024 · Updated Jan 11, 2024

To live out your boating dreams, it is important to ensure your safety and ensure that you have the best anchor. Anchors are essential for any boating activity and crucial for any [...]

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Anchoring a boat.

How to Anchor a Boat: Step-by-Step Guide

Charles Plueddeman · Jan 10, 2024 · Updated Jan 11, 2024

You may most often use an anchor to hold your boat in place in a secluded cove for a few hours of swimming, but that anchor is also an essential [...]

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Where to buy a boat

Where to Buy Boats (Plus 7 Tips on When & How to Buy One)

Boatsetter Team · Jan 8, 2024

Buying a boat can be a long process so be sure to do your research and dial in exactly what will fit your needs before deciding where to buy. One [...]

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inboard vs sterndrive engines

Inboard vs. Sterndrive: Pros & Cons of Each Propulsion System

Boatsetter Team · Jan 8, 2024

Boat propulsion systems can include inboard engines, outboard motors, outdrives also called sterndrives, jet drives and electric pod drives. Here, we’ll look at the pros and cons of inboard engines [...]

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new years boat party

Celebrate New Year’s Eve on a Boat: 4 Tips to Start Planning

Boatsetter Team · Dec 20, 2023

Everybody loves the holidays, but let’s face it. After a few days at home with the family for Christmas, you’re ready for something a little more exciting. Instead of watching [...]

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boatsetter-waterway-clean-up

Boatsetter’s 2023 Waterway Clean-Ups | #MindYourWake

Boatsetter Team · Dec 19, 2023

Get Out & Clean Up As things heat up across the U.S., we are excited to soak up the summer sun the only way we know how: on the water! [...]

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Best boats for rough waters

Best Boats for Rough Water: 6 Qualities that Make for a Smooth Cruise

Zuzana Prochazka · Dec 13, 2023

Most boats will perform well on calm water but when the sea kicks up, there are a few design elements that ensure a more stable ride. Some of these characteristics [...]

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Sailing the Caribbean on a budget

Sailing the Caribbean on a Budget: 6 Ways to Save Money in Paradise

Zuzana Prochazka · Dec 13, 2023 · Updated Jan 2, 2024

Planning a getaway to the Caribbean? Be sure to spend a part of that time on a boat because these islands are perfect for exploration by water. Boating sounds expensive, [...]

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