Boat Shade Roundup
The Salt Water Sportsman roundup profiles eight boat shade solutions ranging from premium electric systems to budget inflatable canopies. Prices span from $99 for a basic umbrella to $16,690 for a factory‑installed SureShade that operates at speeds up to 55 mph. Each product’s deployment method, speed limits, wind tolerance, and mounting options are detailed, highlighting trade‑offs between convenience, durability, and cost. The guide underscores the growing demand for UV protection among anglers who spend long hours on the water.
Tips to Make Your Boat More Efficient
Boaters can boost fuel economy by focusing on fuel quality, propeller choice, and operating habits. Using Top Tier gasoline—or a marine additive when non‑Top Tier fuel is unavoidable—keeps injectors clean and reduces corrosion. Selecting the proper propeller pitch and diameter...
Raymarine Expands Charting Options for Serious Anglers
Raymarine has broadened its marine cartography suite for anglers by launching LightHouse Charts GEN 2, adding Florida Marine Tracks, and introducing CMOR NEX GEN for its Axiom 2 Pro and XL displays. The new LightHouse version redraws three times faster...
Top Truck and Trailer Accessories
The article spotlights essential truck and trailer accessories for boat owners, from a Curt Rebellion XD cushion hitch that dampens sway to a battery‑powered RinseKit that blasts away salt and grit. It also recommends Proven Industries coupler locks to deter...