Some boat chores are seasonal, and that includes washing mooring lines for me. This may seem like yet another manufactured OCD activity of mine, but there are functional benefits to doing this: * It maintains flexibility and prevents hard spots* Your lines don’t stink* It’s a perfect time to inspect […]
For the non-trailering crowd, most boats go in the water at the beginning of the season and come out at the end. That’s lots of time for growth to occur, adding weight and drag to your boat. Just because there’s anti-fouling paint on the bottom doesn’t mean a good cleaning […]
I’ve been making boats look shiny since I was a little kid; it’s become a passion, therapy, and investment all-in-one. Along the way, I’ve picked up a few pointers to make this process easier. Here you go: 1) Wear Gloves. Most polishes and waxes will turn your hands into sandpaper for […]
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