Power boats are very different to manual boats, and if you have sailed a non-powered boat, the skills will not necessarily be interchangeable. It you would like to learn how to drive a power boat, you will need to get a specialist qualification, often thought of as a driving license for power boats. You may…
Category: Sports Boats
Rowing – Creating the Perfect Stroke Each Time
Rowing takes a lot of strength and physical fitness to propel the boat forwards. However, to gain most efficient movement and energy expelled requires a number of technical items which we shall explore. The first stand is mostly to do with the technical challenges of rowing, especially in the way the blades (oars) enters the…
Inland Sail Boats
For those individuals whom are interested in learning how to sail, you should consider taking your first venture into the world of sailing by trying out inland sailing. This is where you go to a lake, and do just what you would out on the open ocean. The benefit of doing this inland is that…
Get Safe and Buy Life Jackets for your Boat
It can easy to forget the risks of sailing when the water seems smooth and the weather is calm but it’s still dangerous, especially if you’re a week swimmer. And there even for those strong swimmers it is possible to get tangled with an object in the water. To make sure you don’t end up…
Sports Boats for Maximum Speed
It can be a pleasant experience to enjoy a boat ride in an open river or in the sea, but it’s not always adrenaline fuelled, but if you swap that narrowboat or river boat for a sports boat, you’re guaranteed an enthralling experience. Some sports boats can reach around 100mph but beware there are speed…