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    Erie Canal - Day 7

    Our journey, continuing on the Erie Canal.
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    Erie Canal - Day 6

    Today we are on the Erie Canal. Had a great time with family and friends.
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    Hudson River Locks - Day 5

    Today was a fun day as we saw some beautiful parts of the river, entered into the Hudson River Locks, hooked up with our guests from Taylor Made, as well as having Bruno 4 and Bruno 5 joining us. We are still just amazed that we are experiencing this wonderful trip. Thanks for all your comments...
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    Catskills Creek - Day 4

    Waking up on Day 4 Sunken Barge End of day 4, entering the harbor to spend the night on Catskills Creek at Riverview Marine.
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    Heading up the Hudson River - Day 3

    We spent the night at the mouth of Roundout Creek. We are heading up the Hudson River. The sights are breath-taking and the weather is perfect. We are enjoying day two of our trip. Here are some pictures of West Point and other interesting sights along the way. Check out the videos after the...
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    iboats Boating Cartoon - October 16, 2014 - Boat Selfies

    Taking selfies on the boat.
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    How To Clean Your Hull

    The importance of having and keeping a clean hull cannot be overstated. Boat owners can readily relate to the effects of a fouled hull: instead of a clean smooth hull cutting the water, marine growth creates drag, which in turn, reduces speed. The drag caused by fouling demands greater engine...
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    Easy Boat Winterizing Checklist

    Well, the warm weather is fading fast and for many of us it's that time of year when we need to prepare our boats for winter storage. And so begins the long wait for spring, warm weather and another boating season. Taking protective measures now will assure that your boat will be ready to get...
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    How To Get Up On A Wakeboard

    To save yourself some time, prevent frustration and possibly save some of your self-esteem, try following these steps when trying to get up on a wakeboard: 1. When starting off, lie in the water on your back and position your board and feet directly in front of you. Keep your knees at about...
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    Wakeboarding Cable Parks Directory

    Florida The Wake Park Projects Camp 19504 East Colonial Dr. Orlando, FL 32820 http://www.theprojectscamp.com/ Orlando Water Sports 8615 Florida Rock Rd. Orlando, FL 32824 Phone: 407-251-3100 http://www.orlandowatersports.com McCormick's Waterski Wakeboard and Cable Park 2020 McCormick Lakes...
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    7 Tips for Choosing the Right Boat Cover

    Fall is fast approaching. Now is a good time to think about boat storage. Whether storing your boat on a trailer, at a marina, in a commercial storage facility, or mooring, a boat cover is a good idea. Boat covers protect your boat from harmful UV rays, rain and snow, debris and dust, and are a...
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    VHF Radio Guide

    This article will outline the basic principles you need to know about VHF Marine Radios: Benefits of VHF Radios Radio "lingo" and talk Proper Usage Radio Channels FREE! downloadable channel guide Recommended Products Reasons to have a VHF Radio The first question that most recreational...
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    Ventilation Basics

    Maintenance Ventilation In most climates, boats that have been closed for a period of time will become "stuffy." The temperature differential that develops between the boat cabin and the outdoor environment will cause the humidity level inside the boat cabin to rise. When the humidity...
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    Trailering Your Boat

    Loading your boat onto the trailer Securing the boat to the trailer Proper weight distribution Safety on the road Recommended replacement trailer parts For many people trailering can be a difficult and a dangerous event, but by following a few simple tips it can be a relatively simple process...
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    Outboard Engine Serial Number Year Match-up

    Shop Outboard Repair Manuals Not sure about the year of your outboard motor? The serial number can help you determine the year of your engine. Your serial number or model number can be found on the engine's mid-section. Often this plate is also marked with the...
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    How to Sell a Boat

    Sell Your Boat on iboats.com Sell yourself or get help? Selling the boat yourself will net you the most of money. However in some instances you may want to enlist the services of a yacht broker. For example, if it's a large or more expensive boat ($100k+), or if you're simply not comfortable...
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    Boat Safety Product Checklist

    Before you head out on the water this year, it would be wise to go overthe needed items to have onboard your boat throughout the season.Safety is always the main concern for Coast Guard officials. Withan increasing number of boaters on the water, the Coast Gaurd isincreasing their random safety...
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    How To Recommission Your Boat

    It's that time of year again and boy do I love it. The birds are singing, the sun is shining and the kids are playing outside again (at least here in the northeast). You can smell it all through spring and summer, the excitement of just being outdoors again. On the negative side, the grass is...
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    Boat Navigation Lighting Guide

    Using the following Boat Lighting Requirements check-list will help you stay both legal and safe on the water. Please keep in mind: Various other light requirements are outlined in the standards regarding towing, vessels aground, and other special conditions. Consult the Inland Navigation Rules...
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    How To Measure Steering Cables

    Controls & Steering > How To Measure Steering Cables "Measure Twice. Order Once." New Installation: Measure cable routing path from wheel center line to engine connection, as follows: A = Center line of wheel to gunwale (or deck, if routed downward), B = Dash to transom, C = Gunwale to...
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