If a helm is likely to be on the water when it gets dark it is important that they understand that navigation lights will be needed in order to show to other water uses their presence and give further insight to what manoeuvres they are performing. A sailing yacht that is making way must show…
Boating is generally safe however should the worse happen everyone on board should know what to do. If at sea you may be sufficiently far from rescue services that you may have to abandon your boat and board a life raft. Prior to this everyone should have put on suitable clothing and be wearing lifejackets….
It’s said that you should change your engine oil every season, so we thought it would be a good idea giving you a step-by-step guide on how to do this. First off, run the engine of the boat until it’s at 130 degrees and then drain the oil using an oil drain pump. You then…
Sargo Boats, known for its range of Finnish explorer boats have revealed their latest addition, the Sargo 33. The brand new design will apparently feature a 36’2″ hull with a pilothouse and a windscreen which is reverse-angled, meaning it will go head-to-head with the Botnia Targa 32. There are also plans for twin 400hp engines,…
Of course all boats should carry safety gear, but larger boats such as a pleasure craft over 13.7 metres must carry particular life-saving and fire equipment at all times. Lifejackets – Everyone on board must have a life jacket. Whoever is in charge of the boat has the responsibility of making sure the lifejackets fit…