A blog about boats, fishing, water sports and having fun on the ocean
In this category you’ll find all our posts, tips and advice in regards to boats. Big boats, small boats, expensive boats, cheap boats and luxury boats. You’ll find it all here.
Where can I watch Fresh Off the Boat UK? Fresh Off the Boat – watch online: stream, buy or rent Currently you are able to watch “Fresh Off the Boat” streaming on All 4 or buy it as download on Apple iTunes, Microsoft Store, Chili, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies.
What are the vents on a boat called? A dorade box (also called a dorade vent, collector box, or simply a “ventilator”) is a type of vent that permits the passage of air in and out of the cabin or engine room of a boat while keeping rain, spray, and sea wash out.
What is the best length for a narrow boat? Generally speaking, a 30-40 foot boat is ample as a holiday boat, whilst a 50 plus foot boat is ideal for extended cruising or living aboard.
What should I name a boat?
Naming Your Boat
The name should be two/ three words max.
The name should be short enough to fit on the transom and still be easy to read.
The name should be easy to communicate over the VHF radio.
The name can’t be anything that might be used to ask for help on the water (i.e. Man Overboard.)
How many fishing boats sink per year UK? Eight commercial fishing vessels were lost in 2018 compared with six in 2017. The loss rate of fishing vessels remains low at 0.14% of the fleet. Six fishermen lost their lives in 2018 compared with five lives lost in 2017.
What boats are allowed on UK canals?
All craft great and small
Stand-up paddleboard.
Rowing boat.
Sail boat.
Open powered boat.
Cabin cruiser.
Narrowboat.
Widebeam.
Thames, Dutch, or other styles of barge.
What is the biggest boat show? Kicking off the American boat show season is the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2022 (FLIBS), considered the largest in-water boat show in the world.
Is there a London Boat Show 2021? The last edition ofLondon Boat Show was held in Southampton from 16 September 2022 to 25 September 2022 and the next edition is expected to be held in the month of March 2023. Where is taking place London Boat Show?
Can you search the UK Ship Register? How do I search for my vessel on the UK Ship Register? If the vessel has been registered with the UKSR previously you are able to search for it using an *SSR number ‘Claim my Vessel’ on the online system, through your account.
What boats are made in the UK? Orkney Boats is a leading UK manufacturer of Sea angling, Sports and and Leisure Craft. We’ve been building boats for nearly 50 years having earned an enviable reputation for tough and seaworthy boats that can be found all round the world.