The right raft

Article Abstract:

Life rafts are invaluable for survival when a boating disaster occurs. They come in various sizes and price ranges and are chosen depending on the expected time lag before help arrives. These should be inspected once a year by a qualified technician to ensure that they are seaworthy.

Purchasing, Safety and security measures, Motorboats, Life rafts

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Shootout '92: lucky XIII

Article Abstract:

Shootout XIII was the 1992 invitational sportfishing tournament between owners of Hatteras and Bertram boats. Bertram 54 owner Paul Hirschman was the winner with a 828-pound blue marlin that was the second largest ever caught in the Bahamas.

Competitions, Tournament fishing

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Back to basics: electronic navigation equipment certainly has simplified boating, but relying on it without backup can get you into trouble

Article Abstract:

Boaters should use advanced navigation systems, but they should also be prepared if an electrical problem such as a short circuit occurs. The supplies to have on hand include paper charts, a magnetic compass and a parallel ruler.

Equipment and supplies, Aids to navigation, Navigation aids

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