How A Tightwad Protects His Boats
I have always wanted to retire near a river or lake. I realized how much I looked forward to fishing trips and have rented a houseboat a few times, so retiring near water was my goal. It is more expensive, but the whole point of living near water is to enjoy it, whether by fishing, swimming, or water skiing, so I figured waiting several years would be well worth the price. A bittersweet circumstance (the passing of a dear aunt) left me with a simple lake front property, and I moved in three years ago.
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The Right Engine for Your Boat
In the boating world, there are few things so frustrating and disappointing that having a boat with too little power. An underpowered boat is very inefficient from a fuel usage perspective, it will tend to push through the water rather than planning off on top of it, and the boat simply will not perform as it should. Before you buy any boat, you must ensure that the main propulsion of the boat is adequate for you intended uses.
Marine Engines basically come in 4 types:
Inboard/Outboard They are called this since the engine, much like an automobile engine, is mounted inside the hull of the boat below decks and the drive unit is
...many birds flew under the tops, building nests, and all kinds of spider webs. What a mess. After some research I decided to use boat covers. I took the measurements of the two boats to a marine dealer. The few ...
...life, nothing remedies getting snagged like practice. The more 'bottom bouncing' you do the better you will get at it. And the better you get at it, you will not only get snagged less, but you will also catch more ...
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Types Of Sailboats - An Introduction
There are many different types of sail boats, ranging from tiny one person boats to tall ships which can carry hundreds of sailors. Sailboats can be classified primarily by their sail configuration and hull type.
Sloop - The sloop is the most common sail configuration, consisting of a mainsail and foresail. There are several variations on the basic sloop design, such as adding more than one foresail, or the fractional rig. A fractional rig sloop is one where the foresail does not extend all of the way to the top of the mast this can give the boat better performance in some conditions.
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Your Choices For Bass Fishing Hooks
Experienced bass fishermen have already learned about the different types of bass fishing hooks available. Novices in the sport should take the opportunity to learn about the different type of bass fishing hooks and their particular uses and advantages.
Off Shank Hooks
Off shank hooks are best used with artificual bait. They feature a bend at the top of the hook where it is connected to the fishing line. Shank hooks are constructed in this manner by design. The way they function is by turning directly in to the fish’s mouth when the hook is set. The way the fisher sets the hook impacts whether or not he or she catches a fish, particularly
...than the main mast. In addition to sail type, sail boats can be classified by hull type. Most sail boats are mono or single hull boats, but some are multi hull or catamaran hull designs. A Mono hull boat uses ...
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River Fishing - Smallmouth Bass
River fishing for Smallmouth Bass can be a ton of fun. Many anglers may not realize it, but smallmouth bass can be fished for in much the same way that trout are. You can put on your waders, fishing vest, and polarized sunglasses, then grab your ultra light rod and go fishing for smallmouth bass, just like you do for trout. Smallmouth bass can even be caught using many of the same techniques.
If you’re a live bait angler, as I am, Smallmouth bass offer me a great way to keep my angling skills sharp for trophy trout (at least that’s how I look at it). Smallmouth Bass are widely considered to be the hardest
...also deliver consistent results. Straight Shank Hooks Straight shank hooks are very effective when used with live bait. Minnows, for example, work very well with this straight shank hooks. The design of a straight shank hook doesn't inhibit the movement ...
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