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Blog 11 min

Newport Boating Guide: Marinas, Anchorages & Things to Do

by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) A couple of years ago, we did a feature on cruising Narragansett Bay, called Beyond…

August 5, 2026 Read →
Blog 11 min

Boat Fire Safety: Prevention and Emergency Tips

by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) One of the biggest nightmares on a boat is a fire. Not only is there…

August 5, 2026 Read →
Blog 7 min

Understanding the New PFD Labels: What Every Boater Needs to Know

by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) The other day we were browsing in a marine store for a new PFD and…

June 3, 2026 Read →
Blog 9 min

Intro to Racing: The Skill and Craziness of Rounding Marks

Part1 – Intro to Racing: Making Sense of the Start by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) “The chance of mistakes are…

June 3, 2026 Read →
Blog 9 min

Can You Earn Money With Your Boat?

by B.J Porter (Contributing Editor) When considering boat ownership, everyone looks at the costs. And a very common question is,…

May 12, 2026 Read →
Blog 9 min

Boater’s Guide to Engines III: Diesel Engines

by B.J Porter (Contributing Editor) Boater’s Guide to Engines: The Internal Combustion EngineBoater’s Guide to Engines II: The Four-Stroke Engine…

May 12, 2026 Read →
Blog 5 min

Spring Boat Prep: The Safety Checks That Actually Matter

by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) Welcome to a new boating season! Those of you in seasonal boating country, about now…

April 10, 2026 Read →
Blog 10 min

It’s Your First Race! Intro to Racing Part II

by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) So maybe our introduction to racing post got you excited enough to find a boat…

March 10, 2026 Read →
Blog 7 min

Tilt and Trim: Smooth running on your boat

by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) On any day on the water, you’ll see a lot of boats trimmed pretty badly.…

March 10, 2026 Read →
Blog 9 min

Boater’s Guide to Engines II: The Four-Stroke Engine

Part I:Boater’s Guide to Engines: The Internal Combustion Engine by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) Last month we kicked off a…

February 13, 2026 Read →
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