A guide for beginners just starting out boating

[SgtMaj]

Re: A guide for beginners just starting out boating

Ha, if only I had a buck for every time that happened to me, TD...

I'd still be broke.

 

[Mike2212]

Re: A guide for beginners just starting out boating

Don't forget to look at insurance. You can save a lot of money by shopping around and its super easy to get online quotes.

See what other boat owners have to say about their insurance company at www.boatinsurancereviews.com

 

[whats a boat?]

Re: A guide for beginners just starting out boating

Hello-
Has ANYONE ever heard of a 'LEAK UMBRELLA'?

Ive read that this is a really great idea to plug up larger size holes in your hull from the inside. Works like an umbrella... put closed end thru hull hole & opens underneath to ward off much of the pressurized flow coming through. .
They are usually made of canvas & would save you from having to somhow try to wrap a tarp around from outside. Mostly for damage larger than the wooden plugs would help
Ive searched & googled & ebayed every which way to find one of these... with not even a one. Only found the books which encourage having one on board... but not where to find it! Chapmans was the 1st place I read about these.
Any suggestions on where to find one out there? Heres a link with some pics for anyone interested:

http://books.google.com/books?id=1K...Mof&sig=SOwtv8QFfyLWGZZf8JY7Zdx7aRU#PPT188,M1

 

[SgtMaj]

Re: A guide for beginners just starting out boating

Hello-
Has ANYONE ever heard of a 'LEAK UMBRELLA'?

Ive read that this is a really great idea to plug up larger size holes in your hull from the inside. Works like an umbrella... put closed end thru hull hole & opens underneath to ward off much of the pressurized flow coming through. .
They are usually made of canvas & would save you from having to somhow try to wrap a tarp around from outside. Mostly for damage larger than the wooden plugs would help
Ive searched & googled & ebayed every which way to find one of these... with not even a one. Only found the books which encourage having one on board... but not where to find it! Chapmans was the 1st place I read about these.
Any suggestions on where to find one out there? Heres a link with some pics for anyone interested:

http://books.google.com/books?id=1K...Mof&sig=SOwtv8QFfyLWGZZf8JY7Zdx7aRU#PPT188,M1

I've heard/seen them before, but they are useless. The problem with them is that you can only install them once the water has already equalized, so either you're sunk, or if you have proper floatation foam, you could just go back in using the boyancy of the foat foam. They are not for permanant repairs and as far as emergency repairs go, I would not consider that a viable option. Also, it's only useful under the water line, which on many boats, the inside of the hull that is below the water line, is also below the deck, and therefore inaccessible for emergency repairs.

 

[Mike Robinson]

Re: A guide for beginners just starting out boating

I would expect that any hole you would get in your hull would likely be a crack or split. I think a piece of canvas or poly tarp would be more useful for this kind of damage. (but I wouldn't want to have to try it!)

 

[iluvmytoon]

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nos4r2,good read thanks. your interest in<br />sheep worring how do you worry a sheep?<br />ken

Hello. This is my first post here.

I realise I should probably introduce myself, but I think this will do adequately.

I read the nub boater's guide, and thank you very much for the excellent info.

I also wanted to address the art of sheep worrying, as I believe that nos may have you all a bit on edge about it. All that is required for a mastery of the art of sheep worrying is a good, solid pair of wellies, and amplitudes of dutch courage. Combine the two, plus a love for the great outdoors and the aroma of methane, and you are well on your way to a satisfying old-welsh custom.

Hope this helps, and look forward to being a contributing member.

 

[jsumms34]

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thxs for the thread as im a new owner been around boats all my life but first i have owned

 

[jasono2l]

Re: A guide for beginners just starting out boating

Very helpful, thanks alot.

 

[new_boater]

Re: A guide for beginners just starting out boating

thought this might be helpful for any boater
use the link in my signature file for a check list for pulling boats and trailers

i personally am going to place mine in a plastic page protector and use a grease pen(it can be wiped clean every time) as a way to help avoid the gremilins

 

[bugeyestp]

Re: A guide for beginners just starting out boating

Thx for the good info

 

[PSS-Mag]

Re: A guide for beginners just starting out boating

Good write up!

Also note to newbies to always know the laws of any state you are traveling in.

Example:

Your speed limit while towing is 60mph on motorways, 60 on dual carriageways and 50 on a single carriageway A-road. Don't forget your braking distance will be around double your braking distance without a trailer.

Some states here in the US, "Illinois for example" then the maximum speed is 50 mph unless other wise posted when pulling any trailer on any roadway. Other states, Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma for examples... If you are not able to maintain the 70 mph that is posted on interstates for any reason, then you are required to stay off of them and use the outer roads.
Failure to maintain posted speed could get you pulled over, equipment inspected to figure out if there is a reason why your not able to maintain speed and maybe even searched for drugs or parafanilia.
You may not get a ticket, but thats 15 mins (for inspection) hour or two for search and putting everything back in boat, vehicle, camper etc after a search that is better spent driving.

Just know the laws where you are going to be driving through or at.
if you are not sure, don't assume. Every state has them posted online. Ignorance is not an excuse to kill yourself or someone.

 

[Godsgift2drums]

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That's a LOT of info to take in , but it is VERY much appreciated!

 

[Mathu99]

Re: A guide for beginners just starting out boating

Sorry if this is not the right place for this post but this board is a little hard to navigate.

I just bought a 2008 Tahoe Q6 Sport for my first boat. I am very inexperienced in owning and driving a boat and took it out for the first time this afternoon. It took me forever to get it started and when I did it idled very rough and would eventually die if left in neutral. Is this normal or do I need to take back to the dealer and have looked at. Any advice would be appreciated.

 

[bhammer]

Re: A guide for beginners just starting out boating

Mathu99,

Welcome to iBoats! The site may seem a little overwhelming at first but you'll quickley get the hang of it.

First off, you didn't post in the wrong palce, (group) but you have replied to a message. It is best to post a new question by clicking on the New Thread button. This will create a new thread and you can give it a subject that is appropriate to your issue.

Make a new post and I am sure you will get lots of help. In a nutshell, your dealer should have taken you out for the first time and you need to take a boaters saftey course. I also suggest you read the thread that has a subject How to ask your question. But, your boat should idle no problems while in idle and depending on the engine model, should start right up.

 

[cribber]

Re: A guide for beginners just starting out boating

Thanks this is a great thread for newbs like me!!!

 

[Sea Breeze]

Re: A guide for beginners just starting out boating

Even though this section is meant for beginners there is a lot that older boat owners such as myself can learn or at least be reminded of again. Thanks for the thorough service.

 

[NolaZach]

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first day with my boat. I am putting it in the water, I double checked to make sure I took all the straps off and that it wasn't stuck on the trailer 9saw this on youtube). After the boat is in, I see the plug hanging from the antenae (where I keep it), which ment there was no plug on the boat. I hurried up and got in and the back was full of water. It wasn't really that bad though because my $20 float activated bilge pump came on and took care of it and I just put the plug in.

I don't think I will do it again, but I will use a check list when I go boating.

 

[jharkess71]

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Great post, Im a complete novice to boating and thats a big to me, thanks.

James

 

[BrotherDave0770]

Re: A guide for beginners just starting out boating

Thank you for the post. I am newbie to boating. It seems a bit overwhelming but reading posts like this has descreased my fears.

Thanks again.

Dave

 

[fishnut/2008go]

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Great article, but too much to absorb all at once. I will have to come back to this & print it.
Thanks

Fishnut/2008go