Outboard maintenance is fundamental to protecting engine reliability, performance, and service life. Marine engines operate around water, salt, humidity, vibration, and varying loads, so maintenance needs to address both the…
The propeller is the final component that converts an outboard’s available engine power into usable thrust, making its selection just as important as choosing the engine itself. Propeller performance is…
The distinction between two-stroke and four-stroke outboards comes down primarily to how each engine completes its combustion cycle. A two-stroke engine completes the cycle in two piston strokes, producing a…
Outboard shaft length is a critical fitment specification that directly affects how the engine sits on the transom and how effectively the propeller operates in the water. Choosing the correct…
Horsepower is one of the most important specifications when selecting an outboard, but the correct rating is determined by the boat and its intended use, not by horsepower alone. Hull…
Choosing an outboard motor should begin with the boat, not the engine. The correct motor is the one that matches the vessel’s manufacturer-rated power, transom configuration, weight capacity, intended load,…
Buying a used jet ski can be tricky, but don’t worry! Here are our 8 best tips on how to buy a used jet ski:Select the right categoryAvoid supercharged enginesCondition…
Stiff east winds buffeted the south Florida coast as I stepped aboard the new Sailfish 320 CC at Miami’s Sea Isle Marina. Michael Cohen from Nautical Ventures, the local Sailfish…
Aspiring boaters are often surprised at how affordable the path is to boat ownership! Boats can be financed just like homes and cars. In fact, the average monthly payment for…
Freshwater boating and fishing are pretty much one and the same. Freshwater fishing is also one of the most popular outdoor activities we do in America. And being out in…
