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The power of a PowerKnob

Posted by Dave on Mar 25th 2024

The power of a PowerKnob

More than 90% of our PowerWheels are ordered with a PowerKnob attached. Partly because of this and partly because we're used to how helpful PowerKnobs are when steering a power boat we take them for g …

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A trip down boat show memory lane

Posted by Dave on Sep 21st 2023

A trip down boat show memory lane

As we busily prep exhibits for our big fall boat shows (Annapolis Sail and METSTrade, I thought it would be a fun to fire up the wayback machine and have a look at the Edson booth from the 1991 Annapo …

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Storm prep for boats and boaters

Posted by Dave on Aug 29th 2023

Storm prep for boats and boaters

Hurricane season officially runs from June 1 through November 30, but since half of the worst tropical storms in the last 100 years occurred in September, we’re on the doorstep of the historical hei …

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Starlink - What's the future's future?

Posted by Dave on Jun 29th 2023

Starlink - What's the future's future?

Starlink – What’s the future’s future?Though the better half accuses me of chronic hyperbole, it’s no stretch to say that Starlink has revolutionized online access for boaters. Previous options for …

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Boat prep safety is no accident

Posted by Dave on Jun 8th 2023

Boat prep safety is no accident

Thankfully, boaters have become more aware of on the water risks and the ways to mitigate and manage them – life jackets, dead man cords, tethers, alcohol awareness, even sun protection. Unfortunate …

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Chain size and length, explained

Posted by Dave on Apr 25th 2023

Chain size and length, explained

There are two key chain measurements that you must know in order to replace your chain: length and size. Both are straightforward. "Size" refers to the pitch (length) and width of each link. There a …

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What's the future of teak?

Posted by Dave on Apr 10th 2023

What's the future of teak?

Teak has always been a primary material for boats of all sizes, for many reasons. It's beautiful, it's incredibly weather resistant and heard wearing, it's tolerant of maintenance lapses, and did I me …

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Centering your steering

Posted by Dave on Apr 3rd 2023

Centering your steering

We've been banging on about the wisdom of finally replacing your boat's old and worn chain and wire, and offering a spoonful of sugar to help the process along. The response has been very encouraging, …

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