BROWSE POWERBOATING ARTICLES

Powerboat 120V AC distribution panel with switches for AC main, reverse polarity, battery charger, outlets, and spare.

Marine Electric Panels

The electrical panel, located at the navigation station, normally has two distinct and separately marked sections...
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Person navigating a powerboat with solar panels, surrounded by blue waters and lush green coastline.

Solar Power

Solar panels produce DC power and are used to charge the batteries. A relatively small solar panel such as 1 square foot (0.1 m2) can produce...
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Blue notepad and pencil for jotting down powerboating tips and safety notes. Perfect for enthusiasts and beginners.

Experiencing Prop Walk

Understanding and utilizing propeller walk (or "prop walk") is an integral part of learning how to reverse a boat with a single inboard engine drive type, so we’ll go into an in-depth discussion of prop walk here.
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The Wind in Your Face

Obviously, motoring comes with a huge responsibility considering the non-breathable properties of water and the other crazies out there who have not taken this course.
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Diagram showing how static electricity in clouds causes lightning, with warm surface air rising and particles colliding.

Electric Thunderstorms

Electric storms are frightening. On inland waters, they can arrive very quickly, especially on a hot sultry day.
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Splashing ocean waves during a thrilling powerboat ride, capturing the excitement of high-speed boating adventure.

Waves and Swell

Since it is a good idea to keep your boat on top of the water, it’s good to understand the dynamics of water. Thus waves is a big topic when it comes to safe boating and weather.
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Blue bowline knot illustration, essential for powerboating and sailing. Learn more at www.animatedknots.com.

The Bowline

The bowline knot creates a secure, non-slip loop at the end of a rope. It is commonly used for securing a line to a post, cleat, or ring.
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Blue marine knot tied around a metal ring, ideal for secure anchoring in powerboating.

Anchor Hitch

The anchor bend is specifically designed for attaching a rope to an anchor shackle or ring or pole. It’s very secure and less likely to slip under load.
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Surface Geometry

Below is a brief summary of how locations are commonly expressed on different surfaces.
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Diagram of a modified deep V hull with front and rear views, showing its performance-enhancing shape for powerboating.

Modified Deep-V Powerboat Hulls

The modified deep-V hull is a variation of the traditional deep-V hull, designed to offer a compromise between the benefits of a deep-V hull and the stability of flatter hull designs.
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