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Shark Attack in Buzzards Bay?

Shark mania has taken hold on Cape Cod. Each year we hear more and more reports of shark sightings on the Outer Cape beaches. It's a sensational story that the public just can't get enough of. But a shark attack in Buzzards Bay? It has happened. In fact, the only... Continue reading

April

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Safe Boating, Uncategorized

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Getting Your Boat Ready for Spring: Safety Equipment and Paperwork

We have every hope that the 2020 boating season will be here soon. We're all staying at home and social distancing but there are things you can do to get your boat ready to go even if you can't get on board right not. You probably brought lots of your... Continue reading

March

Scott Zeien

Favorite Destinations

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A (Somewhat) Brief History of Bassetts Island

Boaters on upper Buzzards Bay have enjoyed afternoon stops on Bassetts Island as summer traditions for generations. But how much do you really know about Bassetts? We came across a rather exhaustive article by Ellen J. O'Flaherty in the Fall 2014 edition of Post Scripts and thought we'd share some... Continue reading

September

Scott Zeien

Maintenance

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Mast Up or Mast Down Winter Storage? Our Tips.

Our recommendation: Remove the mast every three years unless circumstances require more frequent mast-down storage. Mast-up storage can save many hours in dismantling and reassembling rigging and electrical wiring. Since mast-up storage is quicker and a lot less work, total annual hauling and storage expenses are usually somewhat less compared... Continue reading

November

Scott Zeien

Maintenance

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Shopping for a Used Boat Trailer? Here’s a Tip

You might learn a lot about the age and condition of a pre-owned boat trailer by looking at the tires. Besides checking for uneven or excessive wear, manufacturer numbers on the tire sidewall will tell you how old the tire is. This might give you clues about the real age... Continue reading

August

Scott Zeien

boating, Maintenance

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Midseason Maintenance Tips

Your boat's been in the water for a while now, so it's a good time to go over the boat to make sure the second half of the season is problem-free. Here are some suggestions: Exterior Beach Check. Next time you’ve got the boat at the beach, hop overboard and... Continue reading

July

Scott Zeien

Safe Boating

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Oh #!*&@! You’ve Run Aground!

Sooner or later, if you use your boat, you will have an unexpected encounter with the bottom. Just knowing that it happens to everyone can help, preventing you from doing something rash to save face in the heat of the moment. So, after the intial "Oh #!*&@!" what should you... Continue reading

June

Scott Zeien

Favorite Destinations

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Our Favorite Destinations: Woods Hole

Smithsonian Magazine named Woods Hole "#5 on the List of the 20 Best Small Towns in America to Visit in 2014." It's been a favorite cruising destination of ours for years, but many of us cruise right past on our way to Buzzards Bay or the Islands. All summer long,... Continue reading

June

Scott Zeien

Safe Boating

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So Your Boat Has Trim Tabs? Some Tips on How to Use Them Most Effectively.

A trim tab presses down on the water coming off the transom, lifting that side of the boat — effectively changing the running surface to suit changing conditions. Independently controlled trim tabs compensate for differing loads and hold the boat’s attitude in crosswinds or crossing seas, easing the captain’s job... Continue reading

October

Scott Zeien

Maintenance

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Thinking of Wet Storing Your Boat This Winter?

Last winter was a particularly easy one here in the Northeast, leading many to consider leaving their boats in the water this winter. There can be some real advantages to wintering your boat at a marina that invites in-water winter storage. In-water storage may provide access to the boat for... Continue reading

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Shark Attack in Buzzards Bay?

Getting Your Boat Ready for Spring: Safety Equipment and Paperwork

A (Somewhat) Brief History of Bassetts Island

Mast Up or Mast Down Winter Storage? Our Tips.

Shopping for a Used Boat Trailer? Here’s a Tip

Midseason Maintenance Tips

Oh #!*&@! You’ve Run Aground!

Our Favorite Destinations: Woods Hole

So Your Boat Has Trim Tabs? Some Tips on How to Use Them Most Effectively.

Thinking of Wet Storing Your Boat This Winter?

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