Boating Knowledge Archives - Page 14 of 16 - NauticEd Powerboating Blog

Electrical System Maintenance

August 17, 2024/by Grant Headifen

Maintenance of the boat and associated electrical systems is an important part of being a boat owner and prudent skipper.

Deep-V Hull Powerboat Designs

August 17, 2024/by Grant Headifen

The deep-V hull is one of the most popular designs for powerboats, especially those used in offshore and high-performance boating.

Safety Introduction

August 17, 2024/by Grant Headifen

Emergencies at sea extend from simple and almost funny episodes to major challenges that are extremely serious.

Inboard Engine Drive Systems

August 16, 2024/by Grant Headifen

Inboard engines are a popular choice for larger powerboats, particularly those over 27 feet.

Navigation Tools

August 15, 2024/by Grant Headifen

Tools commonly used for navigation include…

VHF and DSC

August 15, 2024/by Grant Headifen

VHF (Very High Frequency) radios are a primary source of radio communications between vessels and shore installations.

Understanding Weather Systems

August 15, 2024/by Grant Headifen

Weather is a highly complex natural phenomenon. Globally, it is all connected and operates on a multitude of physical laws.

Clouds and Fog

August 15, 2024/by Grant Headifen

CloudsClouds can give a relatively easy and quick look at what might be coming in the future weather

Boating Weather Warnings

August 14, 2024/by Grant Headifen

Weather services will also provide weather warnings, such as small craft or gale warnings for a certain area, as well as fog predictions.

Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)

August 11, 2024/by Grant Headifen

This is a big page with a lot of text. BUT knowing that the biggest killer in boating is drowning, it is just a good idea to take special notice of this page.