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Jacked Up
How to install a swivel jack and a trailering aid
July 2009
Going Solo
How to launch a boat alone
June 2009
Coat Your Deck
It’s as easy as 1 – 2 – 3 – 4
June 2009
Where's Your Flare?
Signaling for Help With Visual Distress Signals
May 2009
Installing a Keel Roller
Minimize tipping or rocking on the trailer with this simple installation
April 2009
Installing a Bimini Top
This month, we learn how to install a new Bimini top on a 22- foot bowrider. This installation is much easier with two people.
March 2009
Coat Your Deck
Upkeep is essential in order to keep it operating properly and looking good year in and year out, especially older models. I own a 1980 17-foot Boston Whaler that's in pretty good shape, although the weather, lots of use and time have taken their toll.
August 18, 2008
Pump it Up
Want to keep oil out of your bilge and avoid a hefty fine? Prevention is your best defense against polluting the waters.
July 8, 2008
Set It Up
Follow these instructions, and you'll be on your way to successfully installing gear on your boat.
June 10, 2008
Family Time: Totally Tubular
Tubing is an exhilirating on-water activity for the family, and if it's done the right way, everyone will find the experience rewarding.
Smart Boater: Playing By The Rules
Putting these 15 safety tips into action will keep your boating adventures safe and fun.
Watersports: Coming Up
If you ever want to pull off the simlpest wakeboarding tricks, you'll first have to master the art of getting upright.
Back To Basics: Falling Down
Whether it's waterskiing or wakeboarding, falling down is a natural part of the learning curve.
Do-It-Yourself: Installing A Marine Stereo System
Marine stereo technology has changed drastically in recent years, and it's high time for your boat to catch up with these trends.
Boat Craft Q&A: Shock Wave
Not sure about what galvanic protection is needed for saltwater boating? First, know your anodes.
Trailering Guide
Hands-On: Safe And Sound
With a few quick and easy DIY projects, you can make your boat a safer place for you and your crew.

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Cruise Control I
How to Plan for the Perfect Cruise & Picking the Right Cruiser
July 2009
Cruise Control II
Planning the Mission & Pre-Cruise Timeline
July 2009
Cruise Control III
5 Cruising Clangers & Essential Gear
July 2009
Tip-Top Trailer
Nine Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Trailer in Top Shape
July 2009
Cover Me
The best protection that can save you time and money
May 2009
Shine Some Light
How to install an LED light
May 2009
The best solutions for 20 common cleaning and maintenance chores
Cleaning your boat stinks, which is ironic because odor removal is one of the main reasons you need to perform this laborious task.
March 2009
Save time and money with lifts and floating docks
One of the best boating investments available today takes your boat out of the water. And we’re not talking about the repo guy’s boats. We’re talking floating docks and boat lifts.
February 2009

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Boating World Wakeboarding Lesson
Boating World magazine Publisher Steve Rosenberg teaches television reporter Corinna Allen how to wakeboard. Filmed to support the Discover Boating campaign and National Safe Boating Week.
June 13, 2007
Boating World Quick Tips: Trimming in Rough Water
Boating World presents tips on trimming in rough water
April 22, 2007
Boating World Quick Tips: Trimming for Top Speed
Boating World presents tips on trimming for top speed
April 22, 2007

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