Power Boating For Dummies

by Randy Vance

Overview

Power Boating For Dummies is a guide to power boating for both new and experienced boaters. It advises readers of necessary boating supplies, safety concerns and equipment, accessories, and includes locations of boating facilities, and how to safely pilot the ship.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781394169368
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	04/14/2023
Sold by:	JOHN WILEY & SONS
Format:	eBook
Pages:	384
File size:	15 MB
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About the Author

Randy Vance is editor at large for Boating Magazine, the world’s leading powerboat magazine, the premier source for the most credible, authoritative test-based boating gear and content in the marine industry. He is a lifelong boater and has made a career of writing and video presentations on boating and other outdoor sports topics.

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Table of Contents

Introduction 1

Part 1: Getting On the Right Boating Track 7

Chapter 1: Powering Up to Be a Boater 9

Chapter 2: Choosing the Right Boat Type and Engine for Your Boating Needs 21

Chapter 3: Finding and Buying the Right Boat for You 41

Chapter 4: Accessorizing Your Boat for Safety and Fun 67

Part 2: Safely Operating Your Boat 83

Chapter 5: Towing Your Boat and Maintaining Your Trailer 85

Chapter 6: Launching and Loading Your Trailered Boat 101

Chapter 7: Hitting the Open Water: Driving Your Boat 129

Chapter 8: Docking, Rafting Up, and Anchoring 147

Chapter 9: Finding a Safe Harbor for Your Boat 167

Part 3: With Much Boating Fun Comes Much Responsibility 189

Chapter 10: Rules Do Apply: Navigating to Avoid Collisions and Confusion 191

Chapter 11: Finding Your Way on the Water 207

Chapter 12: Navigating Bad Weather 229

Chapter 13: Preparing for and Handling Boating Emergencies 247

Part 4: Keeping Your Boat Shipshape 267

Chapter 14: Keeping Up with Routine Boat Maintenance 269

Chapter 15: Getting Your Boat Ready for Winter and Spring 295

Chapter 16: Repairing Leaks and Other Damage to Your Boat 303

Part 5: The Part of Tens 325

Chapter 17: Ten Tactics That Separate Pros from Amateurs 327

Chapter 18: Ten Important Items to Keep Onboard 335

Chapter 19: Ten (Plus Two) Mechanical Checks for Buying a Pre-Owned Boat 341

Index 349