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.
What is the average boat draft? The average draft of a typical production coastal cruising sailboat is about 3 to 4 feet. Some vessels, such as fin keel racing boats, can have much deeper drafts regardless of overall length.
How long is boat from Dover to Calais? Many people ask ‘how long is the ferry from Dover to Calais’ and are delighted to hear it takes only 100 minutes.
What ship has been found recently? The “world’s most challenging shipwreck search” for one of the greatest legends of exploration history, Sir Ernest Shackleton’s Endurance, lost more than a century ago in the icy waters of Antarctica, has succeeded.
What is a day cruiser boat? Day cruising is about enjoying one day or part of a day on the water without necessarily having a destination or a specific goal/activity in mind.
How do you dress like a sea captain?
How to Dress Like a Captain
THE JACKET. Classic Double-Breasted Blazer. What: A handsomely tailored navy blazer with antique brass crest buttons.
THE SWEATER. A Sailor Sweater from Gant.
THE PANTS. White Jeans from Rag & Bone.
SMOKE THIS. Pipes with an Italian Pedigree.
THE CAPPER. A Captain’s Hat.
What batteries should I put in my boat? Most boaters will use 12-volt lead-acid batteries in their boats. If your boat uses 6-volt, 8-volt or some other type of battery that isn’t 12-volt, you can still read the next few paragraphs, but know that OPTIMA doesn’t offer replacements in those voltages for your boats.
Is the boat from The African Queen still around? The famous boat that once ferried Bogart and Hepburn still floats in Key Largo after being abandoned for years.
Can you see seals at Blakeney without going on a boat? The best way to get close and personal to the wildlife on Blakeney Point, is to book a trip on one of the locally operated ferry trips departing from Morston Quay. Please note: it is not possible to walk to see the seals on Blakeney Point.
Can I take my boat through Dudley Tunnel? Local to you Engines are not allowed in this very low tunnel – boats are legged through by manpower alone. The tunnel passes through a dramatic complex of limestone caverns, which you can explore on a boat trip with the Dudley Canal Trust.
What is the best time to see puffins on Farne Islands? Each year, puffins return to the Farnes to breed. This is generally between April and late July with the peak breeding season being in May and June.