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Skipper's license regulations

Inland boaters who haven't applied for their Catgory R skipper's license may find that these strict, new, regulations might bring an abrupt halt to their aummer plans. This article gives you the facts about this license. This pdf download is approximately 300 KB in size. A fast internet connection is recommended to download this article.
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Safe towing tips

The stresses of road travel can do plenty of harm to your boat. In fact, more damage can be done to your boat during transportation than in normal operation. Read these guidelines for towing your boat safely. This pdf download is approximately 1.02 MB in size. A fast internet connection is recommended to download this article.
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Faulty towing electrics

Faulty towing electrics can bring a family vacation to an abrupt halt. Here is an easy and inexpensive guide to repair your trailer's lights and electronics at the socket. This pdf download is approximately 1.25 MB in size. A fast internet connection is recommended to download this article.
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Inflatable tube repair

Whether it's a minor tube puncture, or a major tear, don't let a puncture in the pontoon of your inflatable boat ruin a fun day out in the water. Here are a few helpful hints to repair punctures. This pdf download is approximately 1.67 MB in size. A fast internet connection is recommended to download this article.
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Cleaning your boat

Keeping your boat free from dirt and grime will not only protect your prized asset, but will also add years of life to its finish. This pdf download is approximately 1.87MB in size. A fast internet connection is recommended to download this article.
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Understanding design & performance of Stepped Hulls

Stepped hulls have been used for a very long time to improve performance. A very famous design was Maple Leaf, built in wood, in 1912, and since then many successful racing hulls have had this type of bottom. This pdf download is approximately 313 KB in size. A fast internet connection is recommended to download this article.
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Maintain your trailer's wheel bearings

A step-by-step guide to look after your trailer's wheel bearings and brake couplings. This pdf download is approximately 1.64MB in size. A fast internet connection is recommended to download this article.
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The Trim Angle of the engine

Read about the "trim angle's" planing effect on your boat. This pdf download is approximately 500 KB in size. A fast internet connection is recommended to download this article.
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