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American Whitewater Signage Toolbox
American Whitewater is proud to announce the release of our new turn-key toolbox for developing river signs! We’re all about open-source, river information sharing and this is the motivation and rationale behind our Open-source Signage Toolbox. The first of its kind in the river community, the Toolbox houses a database of templates for safety messaging […]
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Info-link: U.S. Offshore Fishing Boat Market Snapshot
Offshore Fishing Boats are 27’ and larger fiberglass boats generally used for deep water fishing. They are most commonly multi engine outboard powered center consoles, typically found in coastal areas with ocean access. The category has achieved impressive growth over the last ten years and has decidedly favored ever larger boats.
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Info-link: U.S. Runabout Market Snapshot
Runabouts are fiberglass outboard and stern drive boats between 16’ and 21’ in length. Popular with entry level boaters and used for general recreation, they are found in both salt and freshwater environments. They are frequently referred to as bowriders. New runabout sales have been slow to recover from the 2008 downturn, but there is a very large pre-owned market for these boats.
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Info-link: U.S. Coastal/Inshore Fishing Boat Market
Coastal/Inshore Fishing Boats are fiberglass, primarily outboard, boats between 21’ and 26’ in length that are typically configured in a center console or walkaround style. They are used for near coastal and inshore fishing and are frequently equipped with two engines.
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Info-link: U.S. Flats/Bay Fishing Boat Market Snapshot
Flats/Bay Fishing Boats are fiberglass boats between 16’ and 20’ in length and are usually powered by a single outboard engine. They are most commonly a center console configuration with low freeboard and are used for fishing and general recreation in protected waters.
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Info-link: U.S. Freshwater Fishing Boat Market Snapshot
Freshwater Fishing Boats are higher content aluminum or fiberglass boats purpose built for fishing, primarily on inland lakes and rivers. This category does not include jon boats which are low content. Freshwater fishing boats represent approximately 20% of all registered powerboats in the US.
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Info-link: U.S. Pontoon Boat Market Snapshot
Pontoon Boats are multi-hull aluminum boats used for both fishing and general recreation, predominantly on inland lakes and rivers. The pontoon boat category has consistently gained in popularity over many years. Today the segment accounts for more than 25% of the entire new powerboat market in the US.
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Info-link: U.S. PWC Market
PWC (Personal Watercraft) are the motorcycle of the marine world, powered by jet propulsion, and are less than 14’ in length. They are quite prolific across the country in both salt and freshwater environments and frequently sold in pairs. PWCs are sometimes referred to as jet skis and can carry up to three passengers on larger models.
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Info-link: U.S. Tow Boat Market
Tow Boats are fiberglass inboard boats between 17’ and 25’ used primarily for tow sports, including skiing, wake boarding and wake surfing. The tow boat category has been growing consistently over the last ten or so years, driven in part by the introduction and increasing popularity of wake boarding and wake surfing.
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Info-link: U.S. Small Cruiser Market Snapshot
Small Cruisers are fiberglass, inboard, outboard and stern drive, boats that are between 22’ and 26’ in length. They typically have at least some creature comforts or amenities. They are common in both salt and freshwater environments and are usually used for general recreation and relaxation.
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Info-link: U.S. Powerboat Market Snapshot
US Powerboat Market includes all recreational powerboats (including PWCs) registered in the US as of year-end 2019. Not included are sailboats and self-propelled craft such as canoes and kayaks.
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Choosing the Right Life Jacket
No matter what the activity or style chosen, the most important thing is this: Remember to be responsible and always wear your life jacket while boating.
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VHF Marine Radio
A basic illustrated overview of the standard VHF marine radio, provided by Freedom Boat Club
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Handheld VHF Marine Radio
A basic illustrated overview of the handheld VHF marine radio, provided by Freedom Boat Club
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Understanding Tides
Tide is the alternate rising and falling of the sea due to the attraction of the moon and earth.
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How to Choose the Correct Children’s Life Jacket
Children’s life jackets come in all different sizes and styles, depending on the child’s body weight and comfort in the water. Here are some tips for helping choose what works best for your kids.
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First Mate Checklist
Does everyone on board have a life jacket that fits? Where are the fire extinguishers located? Do your lights and horn work? This resource is a great general boating safety checklist.
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Host a Life Jacket Loaner Station
Be a host for a Life Jacket loaner station with help from the Sea Tow Foundation
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