Every hunter who uses a boat has encountered the outboard vs. Mud Buddy belt-drive style vs. Go Devil long-tail style debate. Which of these motors is best? That depends on your priorities—so let’s check ‘em out. A standard outboard has several advantages over these other more unique engine configurations. For … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: October 2011
3 Stupid Ways to Sink Your Boat
News flash: most of the time, when a boat sinks the owner has done something really, really stupid. Sure, some boats go down after being caught in a storm or because of mechanical failure, but most sinkings occur with the boat tied up “safely” at the dock. You want to make … Continue reading
Is a Tunnel Hull Right for You?
Tunnel hull designs are pretty popular for modern bay boats. So, what are their advantages and disadvantages? And most importantly, are they right for you? Many anglers mistakenly think that a tunnel hull boat will be able to get on plane in shallower water than a V-hull. In fact, their … Continue reading
Touch Screen Electronics for Boats
If you haven’t become familiar with touch screen electronics interfaces, you probably either live in a cave or don’t have any fingers. Thanks to iPhones, ATM machines, and airport check-in machines, just about everyone living in the civilized world has learned how to control electronics by getting all touchy-feely. But when … Continue reading
