BROWSE POWERBOATING ARTICLES

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NauticEd Press Release: Mobile Apps Now Required

April 25, 2025

Effective immediately, candidates pursuing the SLC—a bareboat charter license accepted in European and international charter destinations—must show not only a conceptual understanding of tides, currents, and route planning, but also the ability to utilize modern tools to obtain and interpret real-time information relevant to their voyage. Failure to demonstrate this capability will result in non-issuance of the license, regardless of other demonstrated skills.

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Your Comprehensive Guide to Buying a Powerboat

April 2, 2025

Explore our comprehensive guide to buying a powerboat and ensure a successful purchase for your next adventure.

Powerboats in marina 'How to Set the Right Price to Sell', ideal pricing strategy article.

Setting the Right Price to Sell Your Yacht

January 10, 2025

Discover expert tips on how to set the right price for your yacht when selling. Learn key factors and strategies to maximize value and attract serious buyers.

Two men enjoy a day on a center console boat at sea. Discover the pros and cons of center consoles here.

Center Console Boats Pros and Cons

January 8, 2025

Explore the pros and cons of center console boats. Discover their versatility, ideal uses, drawbacks, and whether they're the right fit for your boating needs.

Powerboat docking smoothly in calm marina waters, demonstrating expert boating techniques.

Docking a Powerboat on an End Tie with No Wind

January 5, 2025

Learn how to dock a powerboat on an end tie with no wind using springlines. Discover step-by-step techniques for secure and stress-free docking, perfect for calm conditions.

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Power Catamaran Mooring Blunder – What NOT to do!

December 23, 2024

Watch a powerboat catamaran fail to retrieve a mooring ball and hit another boat. Learn step-by-step tips to avoid this mistake and moor safely every time.

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Anchoring

November 14, 2024

Anchoring is not simply throwing a “hook” and letting out a line. Successful anchoring requires a plan considering all the factors.

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Ferrying Docking Technique

November 13, 2024

Ferrying is a technique whereby you can maneuver your boat in high wind and current easily.

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Reversing a boat – Getting the General Feel

November 10, 2024

Reversing a boat has become quite a favorite of mine and is fun to teach. Once the student grasps the concept they also end up preferring to maneuver their boat in to dock spaces in reverse.