A small sailboat allows you to satisfy your need for adrenaline on longer passages as well as explore quiet nearby islands with your family. With a bigger sailboat, you can sail farther, more comfortably, and take more people with you.

If you're interested in buying a boat engine that you plan to use for a long time, it's good to focus on models from reputable, reliable brands. It is important to choose one with the right power to benefit from an optimal balance between consumption, comfort, and speed.

Before you buy a boat engine, it is important to know the differences between the two technologies. The most common internal combustion engines on the market are characterized by the repetition of an engine cycle consisting of four phases: intake, compression, combustion and expansion, and exhaust.

Today we're going to talk a little bit about outboard engine maintenance. We will present some easy-to-follow tips that will ensure proper operation in the long run. We have already talked about the impeller and the importance of proper outboard engine cooling, but we feel the need to highlight the issue a little more. All manufacturers insist that the impeller be changed at least every 100 hours or once a year. This rotor wears out, breaks, dulls, and loses its elasticity—factors that...

Winter will pass, and we will once again have the opportunity to enjoy the sound of the engine, the smell of the water, and getting out in nature with friends. To truly enjoy the beginning of the season, the equipment we use must be working properly. To keep the outboard engine working properly for as many seasons as possible, we need to dedicate a few hours to it in preparation for winter storage. Although it is best to follow the instructions in your owner's manual, below we will discuss...

In this article, we will talk about what it is and how to change the impeller of the water pump of outboard engines. All engines give off heat once the fuel starts to burn. This heat, if not dissipated, can lead to deformation or even melting of components.

Corrosion is a very common problem with metal objects that come in contact with water, and boat engines are prone to this problem. Contrary to popular belief, corrosion is not a problem that only occurs from salt water; fresh water (and especially if it is polluted) is almost as damaging to an unprotected boat engine.

Owners of recreational boats with thermal engines who wish to modify or install remote controls must follow a few essential rules. The first very important aspect to consider when you want to buy new control cables is the engine manufacturer. Johnson/Evinrude and Mercury/Mariner boat engines require special control cables because the clamping system is different. Otherwise, most boat engines use a universal cable type 3300C with threaded ends. To avoid problems, it is very important to...

Winter is a time of year when, for many, it's better to admire the scenery or go skiing than fishing. But it's when it cools outside that the real games begin, and the frost brings unparalleled fishing opportunities. So what to do when our passion is such that neither cold nor snow can keep us away from the fishing spots? In this post we present some useful tips on how to dress for winter, whether we are fishing, doing winter sports, or mountaineering, and finally some suggestions for putting...

These are rigid boats made of aluminum, fiberglass, or wood, and the main design feature is that they have a flat hull, which is ideal for fishing and hunting because of the increased stability. The boat's design allows it to navigate through very shallow waters, which is ideal on rivers and in areas with many submerged obstacles. The standard length of this type of boat varies from 2.4 m (2.6 yd) to 7.3 m (8 yd), and the width from 81 cm (0.9 yd) to 150 cm (1.65 yd). The boats are usually...

An inflatable boat is a wonderful and relatively inexpensive way to get into the world of boating. There is a wide variety of boats available, from "one-season" to professional inflatables that are motorized and can be used for years without any problems. Inflatable boats fall into two broad categories: motorized boats and boats that rely solely on the power of the person operating the paddles. Depending on the purpose for which the inflatable boats are built, they can have an inflatable...

Arguably the most important part of any boat engine is the propeller. Whether you have 4 hp or 400 hp, a boat engine without a propeller is nothing more than a noisy anchor consuming gasoline. To understand exactly what type of propeller is recommended for your boat, we must first understand exactly how it works, what the difference is between 2, 3, and 4 blades, and what the relationship is between pitch and diameter.

A hydrodynamic stabilizer is a "wing" that is attached to boat engines (both outboard and inboard) to help the boat glide. The principle of operation is identical to the way airplane wings work; in practical terms, the water circulating in the upper part of the stabilizer flows faster than the water passing under it. This creates less pressure on the stabilizer, and the engine rises, causing the boat to glide. The faster it moves, the more it rises.

One of the most important decisions a boat owner must make is choosing the right anchor for their boat in terms of type and weight. Below we present the most common anchors with their advantages and disadvantages, a table with recommendations for the anchor weight needed for different types of boats, and some tips on anchoring in general.

Unless you are fortunate enough to own a newly purchased boat engine to purchase replacement parts or consumables such as filters or timing belts, you must first identify the engine. Contrary to what many people think, not all are the same. A 1999 2-stroke Johnson engine is not identical to a 1993 25-horsepower Johnson engine, and even engines with the same horsepower that were manufactured in the same year may be different.