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10 Most Affordable Center Console Boats
Just what constitutes affordable is debatable, and truth be told the most affordable way to enjoy a day on a center console is probably to rent a boat rather than [...]
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How to Choose the Right Pontoon for Fishing
· Jul 19, 2023 Pontoons are one of the most versatile boat types, you can relax or have an action-packed day on the water… or a mix of both! Here we’ll tell you why [...]
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Lake Gaston Boating Guide
· Jul 18, 2023 You’ll find the picturesque gem, Lake Gaston, tucked along the border of North Carolina and Virginia. Lake Gaston is an intimate destination, spanning 34 miles with 350 miles of shoreline, [...]
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7 Easy Ways to Increase Your Boat’s Value
The brokerage market, like any market, is always competitive. Only so many boats are for sale at any given time, and if yours is one of them, you want to [...]
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Can a Pontoon Go Into the Ocean: Knowing a Pontoon Boat’s Limitations
When you’re on a pontoon boat and the ocean beckons, should you answer the call? Can a pontoon boat go into the ocean is a question commonly asked; however, it’s [...]
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How Sails Work: Understanding the Basics
Sailing is all about physics and geometry but don’t worry, it’s not too hard to learn. Once the theory is down, it’s all a matter of practice. Let’s look at [...]
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5 Best Lakes in Kentucky for Boating
· Jul 18, 2023 · Updated Jul 21, 2024 Renowned for its natural beauty, rolling hills, and friendly locals, Kentucky is a must-see state for outdoor enthusiasts. With abundant lakes and reservoirs, Kentucky also offers a special escape for [...]
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How to Host a Yacht Party
A yacht party is a fantastic change of pace from dinner at a restaurant or a backyard cookout. Yachting isn’t a common thing for a lot of people, so there’s [...]
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Boat Rental Services 101: What is Boat Sharing?
· Jul 18, 2023 If you’re looking to rent a boat for an afternoon out on the water, you’re bound to come across boat rental services (or boat sharing services)— people offering their personal [...]
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10 Best Bay Boats for 2023
The popularity of center console bay boats has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years, and as a result, the 2023 model year is chock full of awesome choices. [...]
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The Boatsetter Team’s Favorite Boating Drinks
· Jul 11, 2023 With the wind and the sun, it can be easy to work up a thirst quickly when we are out on the water. There is nothing better than sipping on [...]
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Best Yacht Brands by Type
Qualifying something as “best” needs an explanation. Is it considered to be the best because it’s the largest or most popular, has the highest quality, is the best value, or [...]
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