BROWSE POWERBOATING ARTICLES

Red and white marine signal horn for safety on powerboats, essential for navigation and emergency situations.

Non-Electronic Communications

September 26, 2024

Sailing has been around for thousands of years. Electronic Communications has been around for less than 100 years (not counting the telegraph).

Diagram of a powerboat's fuel system, illustrating the flow from the tank to the engine with filters and pumps.

Diesel Fuel

September 26, 2024

The search, discovery, refinement, and resource control of fuel has a rich and very sordid history. But just like a conversation on a boat...

Aerial view of a powerboat towing a sailboat on the ocean.

Navigation Rules Review

September 25, 2024

The rules make it very clear: safety is paramount, and you must always maintain a safe distance from other vessels.

White motor yacht cruising at high speed on open water, with two people on deck enjoying the ride.

Semi-Displacement Powerboat Hulls

September 24, 2024

A semi-displacement hull is designed to offer a balance between the high-speed capabilities of a planing hull and the efficiency and stability of a displacement hull.

Flow circuit diagram illustrating water and electrical system components, including a pump, valve, and pressure gauge.

Electrical Measurements

September 23, 2024

To be prepared and understand electrical power usage on a modern vessel, it is important to learn a few basic terms and concepts.

Diagram illustrating sailboat anchor drag with arrows showing movement underwater.

Weighing Anchor

September 20, 2024

“Weighing the anchor” simply means raising it. However, forgive your crew member if they yell back "40 pounds" after you ask them to weigh the anchor.

Blue notepad and pencil for jotting down powerboating tips and safety notes. Perfect for enthusiasts and beginners.

Advanced Maneuvering – Catamarans and Twin Drives

September 19, 2024

Here again, we are discussing catamarans and twin-drive monohulls for the sake of their similarity and non-duplication.

Dynamic powerboat slicing through ocean waves with mountains in the background, showcasing speed and adventure.

Powerboat Planing Hull

September 18, 2024

A planing hull is designed to rise and glide on top of the water at higher speeds, rather than plowing through it like a displacement hull.

Mooring

September 18, 2024

Mooring a vessel means attaching it to a float that is firmly and permanently anchored to the sea bottom.

Engine Cooling System

September 17, 2024

Marine engines on powerboats, whether gasoline or diesel, use two primary cooling systems to manage engine temperatures: the raw water system and the coolant water system.