How To Transport A Boat

Your happiness of getting a great deal on a boat sale can sometimes betarnished when you realise how difficult it can be to safely and securely ship such a large item. Although it is tempting to sign up for the cheapest transportation option, spending a little time making sure your boat will be in safe hands is a worthwhile investment. When selecting a carrier to transport a boat, keep in mind that asking about their level of experience, licensing, and insurance is just as important as their pricing.

Tips on How to Transport a Boat

* Be sure to measure your boat’s overall length, width and breadth accurately as there may be regulations in place relating to the size, and so that you will be able to give the most accurate dimensions to your carrier.
* Drain any fuel or water from all tanks.
* Secure any loose boat gear or remove it in order to prevent damage to your boat due to road vibration. Be sure the deck is clear and there is nothing that can come loose and damage the interior.
* Disconnect batteries and tie or tape together any electronic cables, which should also be secured.
* Removable radios, radar systems, etc. can be removed, packed securely and shipped separately or securely stored below.
* Lock all interior doors and check that lockers are securely locked or fastened. Also consider securing hatches with tape.
* Remove all items that protrude from the boat such as propellers, antennas, lights, flags, etc., and secure below deck or ship separately.
* Canvas covers should not be used while shipping a boat and also, be sure to check with your transport provider regarding the use of commercial plastic wrap.

Find Affordable and Reliable Options for Shipping a Boat

ANYVAN.com, The Delivery Auction Site, is a web-based service that allows you to receive bids from experienced transporters who are already travelling to the area where you want your boat to be delivered. It is free to list items for transportation in order to get shipping
quotes, and bids are normally far cheaper than other standard delivery methods.

Registered users can gain access to feedback and recommendations from other customers and can contact providers directly prior to making a final selection.

In addition, ANYVAN.com features an extensive online customer help centre you can access. To ensure the successful transport of your boat, visit ANYVAN.com

Fairline

Jack Newington was a craftsman committed to the highest levels of quality. He used his passion for sailing and created the hugely successful company that is Fairline. Newington’s son, Sam, led the company for 25 years and used his commitment to quality to drive Fairline forward. Forty years on, it’s the same passion and high standards of excellence that drive everything they do. Fairline is a proud British brand that now stands as class leader among the very best yacht builders in the world.

How it all began

In 1963 Jack Newington invests in a number of disused gravel pits and transforms them into Oundle Marina – still the home of Fairline.

1967 sees the launch of the first Fairline 19 foot river cruiser.

In 1971, Sam Newington, a former fighter pilot, takes over the running of the company.

1974 saw the launch of Phantom 32, the first in a long line of Fairline family cruising boats.

In 1981, the 36 Turbo is launched to huge acclaim.

The very first Targa is launched in 1985, and proves to be innovative in boat style and design, creating many imitators.

1991 – Fairline enters the large yacht market with the first boat in the Squadron series, the stylish 62.

Sam Newington retires in 1996, handing the baton to Derek Carter.

1998 sees the US subsidiary, Fairline Boats of North America Inc, become established.

Fairline completes two of its most ambitious programmes in 2003: the construction of the new production facility – Nene Valley II, and the launch of Fairline’s flagship yacht, the Squadron 74.

2005 saw Fairline’s 20th anniversary of the successful Targa – the popular express cruiser.

2006 – Fairline’s 40th Anniversary, and a new model is launched in each of the ranges: Squadron 66, Phantom 48 and Targa 38. Also, the company is purchased by its management team.

In 2007, Fairline wins in the IPC Marine Awards – the Targa 38 and the Squadron 68 win Motorboat of the Year, and the Targa 38 also wins European Motorboat of the Year.

Squadron 78 Custom – This award winning range of motor yachts is built upon 40 years of experience, From concept to finish, nothing is left to chance. Every inch of this boat embodies everything the owner would expect in a luxury performance motor yacht … as well as a many things you wouldn’t dream of!

The Squadron 78 Custom offers large public spaces, grand staterooms, the finest hand-selected granite work surfaces and state-of-the-art design features. As the name suggests, the highest level of customisation is available with this breathtaking yacht, and customers can expect specialist advice and exclusive services throughout the building process.

Phantom 50 – The Phantom long-range cruisers are specifically designed for the utmost comfort. Practical design and thoughtful use of space, make this range the perfect live-aboard boat. The Phantom 50 is the largest in the Phantom series. This 50-footer has an imposing presence which will get noticed in any harbour. The accommodation offered by the Phantom 50 is the most generous in her class, with full height headroom and ample stowage for extended cruising.

Targa 64 – For the most sophisticated in sports cruising, Fairline’s Targa 64 GRAN TURISMO challenges the high standards of her predecessors. Following the success of the Targa 62, this model incorporates even more exciting features, including a patented design for a retractable roof – setting new standards in this class. Another innovative design is the atrium-style access to the lower saloon, and the full-beam master stateroom with electro-chromatic partition to the en-suite shower room. This high-tech feature changes the glass from opaque to transparent, allowing light to fill the cabin.

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Wu Wei on the docks at Lake Union being commissioned after arriving in Seattle

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Before we lived on boats, we camped a lot in the San Juan Islands and this is a camp site on Shaw Island… it was during these camping trips that we saw and realized that the boaters could go anywhere they wanted and were having more fun

Exploring the Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is considered to the ultimate in scuba diving adventures in the world which offer same excitement to experts as well as beginners. So what is so special about the Great Barrier Reef ? First of all, the size. Its simple huge – stretching over 1400 miles along Australia’s East Coast. It is not only the largest reef system in the world, but many consider it as one of the most beautiful too. If this has been your dream to visit this natural wonder, here are some tips for the first-time traveler :

The Location of the Reef

Situated near Queensland in Australia, the Great Barrier Reef is about 185 miles away from the mainland on the southern side. It is about 12 miles away from the shore on the northern side. It is about 50 miles wide at the northern side – the widest stretch. What can you expect to see at the Great Barrier Reef. The amazing variety of plant and animal life which have made its home here is mind-boggling. You can, actually see about 4000 species of mollusks, more than 1000 species of fish, about 380 species of coral, 500 species of seaweed, six varieties of sea turtles.

How to Get to the Barrier Reef

There are daily flights to Australia from the West Coast in the United States. When you reach Australia, you may have to take a small connecting flight to land near one of the gateways to the reef. Generally people go for Cairns and Townsville, two tropical cities located near the northern side of the reed. The other gateway is at Gladstone and Bundaberg, located near the southern side of the reef.

The Ultimate Scuba Diving Adventure

The calm and lucid waters around the reef make it the best location for scuba diving in the world. Water may run deep at certain places, but is generally moderate for amateurs to dive in. For beginners, diving should be in shallow waters – about 60 feet in depth. However for experts, there are reefs around the Coral Sea where the depth is about 300 feet.

To go through one of the best scuba diving experiences, you can board one of the popular ‘live aboard’ boats. These specialized boats take visitors right where the action is. Many such boats have convenient luxury amenities and can organize boats to take divers right at the center of the reef. There are day boats available for day-time scuba diving. These day boats take visitors for 4 to 5 hour trips into the reef. Even local resorts organize these day boats for their guests.

Finding a ‘Dive Island’ Resort

Resorts located in small islands around the reef are capable of organizing scuba diving trips for the guests. They provide convenient access to the reef and are great for visitors looking for a scuba diving adventure. Generally these resorts are situated in Lizard, Green, Lady Elliot, and Heron islands. ‘Cod Hole” – a popular diving site is situated off Lizard Island.

Best Time to Visit the Reef

Anytime of the year is considered to be safe and suitable to visit the reef for scuba diving. This is because of the nature of the water which is normally calm and steady. The Australian summer is considered to be popular – which is between December and March. Because of the tropical climate, the temperature usually hovers around 70 to mid-80s.This makes a visit to the Great Barrier Reef and its surrounding cities pleasant at anytime of the year.

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Important Safety Kits for Boats

There are different kinds of safety equipments that can be installed on a houseboat. The safety features are many and a comprehensive safety kit usually consists of many such safety devices. The expenditure on safety kits is always a well thought one, because in the long run these equipments can prove themselves to be extremely useful. A list of different safety equipments is provided in this article.

The safety kits usually consist of different kinds of alarms. The various alarm systems used on a houseboat are: high water bilge alarms, engine, exhaust and generator fuel leak alarms, boat fire alarms, helmsman watch alarm system and audible and visual marine alarms. The propane alarms and the fuel alarms come with various specifications and to be sure you are using a good product, check whether the product has the authenticated CE markings on it or not.

Apart from alarms there are also different kinds of sensors and monitors. Some common monitors and sensors are, Five area systems monitor, engine temperature sensors, underwater camera and monitors and cooling water flow detectors.

Also, custom control panels and anchor light switches are part of a boat safety equipment.

In other words, to ensure safety of the boat, alarm systems and sensors should be installed in places of the boat that are susceptible of causing an accidental explosion or other damages to the boat. The safety kits pay for themselves in the long run.

There are also several other safety equipments like the automatic engine kill switches, the rescue lights, rescue laser flare, and the rechargeable air horn among others. An automatic engine kill switch is manufactured by AUTOETHER and is quite a unique product to ensure the safety of the passengers and the boat in case the sailor or any passenger on the boat falls overboard. The sensors of this automatic engine kill switch is so placed, that in case of such extreme emergencies (falling out of the boat) the engine automatically shuts down. This is a wireless motor shut-off system that also sounds an alarm to alert the operator in case a passenger falls off. The sensors of this wireless system should be placed in passenger areas and the operator areas to ensure maximum functionality.

The Eco-friendly horns are also great boat safety accessories, being particularly useful for navigation in the fog or navigation in the dark. The horns must meet USCG requirements.

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Benefits Of Buying A Bass Boat Cover

If you take pleasure in the freedom of boating on rivers and lakes then it is very important to make sure that your vessel is safeguarded when it is not in use by purchasing a suitable boat cover. This will protect your boat from the vagaries of nature and boost the lifespan of the boat.

Often a bass boat is acquired in haste and after that neglected simply by not purchasing the required cover to protect it from wear and tear as well as weather conditions that can rapidly bring about damage.

Proudly owning a bass boat offers enjoyment for your whole family but you want to make certain that it’s thoroughly protected so the boat’s use is not compromised in the least. Investing in a bass boat cover is not hard on the pocketbook and it will definitely conserve many hundreds of dollars in future upkeep expenses.

What Does A Bass Boat Cover Cost?

Normally, the majority of bass boats tend to be comparable in size however there might be minor variations that can affect the overall cost of the actual cover. Because of the protection that the boat cover provides do not compromise on the quality.

A ball-park number for a bass boat cover is going to be around 0 to 0, on the other hand certain suppliers will be more cost effective compared with others and could offer comparable products for as little as 0. When it comes to your alternatives always check out the price, since it is based on the width and length of the boat, on the other hand, do not compromise on the quality of the boat cover because a cheaper cover could possibly be constructed from lower quality material.

Reason For Buying A Bass Boat Cover

Ensuring that you’ve got a top quality boat cover at the best price is the best way to safeguard your vessel and substantially extend its life. Boats that are left with no cover for any period of time will easily deteriorate which can lead to safety issues in addition to excessive maintenance costs.

A high quality bass boat cover affords many benefits and will prevent numerous possible problems later on.

Top quality bass boat covers are mold and mildew resistant; they effectively block ultraviolet rays that can fade the paintwork and crack the seats, and they really should be waterproof.

Generally, it’s worth paying a premium to get a better quality product however, you can just about guarantee if your boat is left uncovered and unprotected, then ongoing maintenance tasks will almost definitely be more expensive than the price tag on the bass boat cover in the beginning.

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How to Care For Life Jackets and Boat Flotation Gear

Life jackets are a prime example of important water safety equipment that tends to be neglected. Always check and maintain your life vests, flotation cushions and other emergency equipment when you return to the dock and you will always be properly equipped and ready for your next sail.

Like most of your boating equipment, it only takes a few moments to check your flotation gear and store it away properly. Make it a point to follow these simple maintenance and storage tips and your life jackets will be safe and ready to use for many, many years.

1. Never keep a life vest that is not in good condition. After each use quickly inspect for rips, tears, mold, mildew and worn areas. Discard any flotation equipment that appearsw to be in poor condition. What may appear to be just a slight tear or worn area can separate when under stress, putting the user’s life in jeopardy. Cut up any life preserver or vest that you are discarding so that no one will be tempted to use an unsafe item.

2. Always give every life jacket and flotation cushion a good rinse at the end of the day. The salt in sea spray, and even in perspiration, will attract moisture. This moisture in turn attracts mildew and rot. Removing salt will help keep this important equipment dry in storage. Rinse all your flotation gear well when you are done using it for the day.

3. If a life vest or a float cushion is soiled and needs more than a quick rinse, use a mild detergent to wash it down, and then rinse thoroughly. Never use strong cleaning products and never dry clean a life jacket. These chemicals can weaken the fabric and reduce buoyancy.

4. Allow your gear to air dry naturally before you store it away. Avoid trying to speed the process up by using a radiator, stove, hair dryer, or other source of direct heat. Excessive heat can weaken or destroy the outer fabric and break down the inner flotation material.

5. Always store your clean, dry life jackets in a well-ventilated area that stays dry. At the end of the season, bring all life vests and other flotation gear ashore for winter storage.

6. Never use a life jacket as a boat bumper, seat cushion or a pillow, and do not store heavy items on top of your life preservers. Unrelieved pressure can compress the air pockets in the flotation material, dramatically reducing its effectiveness.

7. Immediately replace any child’s life vest that has grown too small, even mid-season. A too-small flotation device will not properly support excess weight in the water. A life vest that is not worn because it has become uncomfortable, or that doesn’t float high enough in the water, is a life vest that can’t properly do it’s life-saving job.

These seven simple maintenance steps will keep your life jackets and other flotation gear in good condition for many years of service and peace of mind on and in the water.

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