Sweetwater Boating Supplies

How Much Does a Dock Cost? Part III: Size

Size is the last topic in our three-blog series to answer the question, “How much does a dock cost?”’ In two previous blog posts, we discussed decking and design as cost components. Size considerations for your project Cost is not the only thing affected as the size of your dock section increases or decreases. …

Boat trailering tips

A day spent boating is the kind of thing you daydream about—many of us crave time on the water, rocking with the waves and basking in the sun. But before getting to smooth sailing, you need to try your hand at the art of boat trailering.

How to Keep Your Old Outboard Motor Running

Keeping an old boat and motor running is really no more trouble than keeping a new boat well maintained if you take good care of them.

Ships ladder OSHA Code 1910.25 and IBC 1011.15 Code

Ships Ladder types, applications and IBC Code 1011.15 and OSHA Code 1910.25

Will Insurance Cover Boat Repairs?

Yes, marine insurance can cover the cost of boat repairs and much more. Knowing whether your insurance covers boat repairs can offer major peace of mind.

Boat Repairs: When to DIY and When to Pay a Pro

There's a time for DIY and a time to pay the pros. Know the difference.

Does your Boat Propeller need Repair?

If your boat propeller need repair, you are right, boat propellers can be repaired. If your boat prop looks like it has damage on the blades or if the blades look like they are bent you need to have the propeller repaired. If the blades look just a little frayed on the edges and you do not notice …

Simple Repairs Help Boat Dealers Improve Inventory, Increase Profits

CCI Offers Repair & Restoration Services to Help Boat Dealers Improve Inventory, Increase Profits

Soldering irons make boat cover design and repair easy

If you are a boat owner, you know there's no better way to spend a warm day than out on the open water.

How to Find and Repair a Leak?

Leaking pontoon house boats can be annoying, and wondering how to find and repair the leak? Pulled my pontoon boat out today, heard a gurgling sound in

4 Mistakes to Avoid When Repairing a Rotting Boat Floor

A rotting boat floor spells disaster, but so does a bad repair. If you’re going to save money with self-repair, learn what not to do.

5 Signs It's Time to Get Your Leather Boat Seats Repaired

Are those cracks in your seats growing every time you take the boat out? Here are 5 signs it's time to get your Leather & Vinyl Boat Seats repaired.

What Does That Word Mean On A Boat

Vocabulary can be tricky and the Englishl anguage coupled with boat terminology can be downright confusing. Just how many definitions can a word have?

Whatever Floats Your Boat: Boat Safety Tips

Ahhh....blue sky, the occasional sea gull, the gentle rocking of a wave. Are you in heaven? Nope....you are enjoying your boat. There is nothing better than a perfect weather day if you have a boat. Pack up a great lunch, your family and friends and head out onto the open water. Not only is it

Tips for Buying a Boat Suitable for Boat-Towed Water Sports

Learn how to properly do your homework before buying a water sports boat so you won't be disappointed.

11 Tips for Restoring Boats

When the old boat is the right boat

The canoe had been sitting for a while. For the better part of two decades it had served me well, dutifully getting me down Appalachian rivers on trips

Small Boat Trolling Tips

Even the odds when trolling from a small boat with these five tips.

Buyers Guide for 9 to 12m Boats

We look at the big jump from trailer boat to small cruiser and present a buyers guide to help or maybe confuse your buying decision. If you are looking to