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I have been doing a little reserch on trolling with an I/O. I'm not sure what would be the best method for me. Come spring time I want to troll in the Chesapeake Bay.
I just bought a 1998 19' Stingray with a 135hp I/O.
I am looking at using:
1. Drift Socks
2. Engine Mounted Electric Motors
3...
I just bought my first boat two weeks ago. It was already winterized.
Come spring time what do I need to do?
My camper all I do is hook up to water source and run water till no anti freeze.
Only my motor is done, I have no plumbing. Do I just put in water and run?
I just recently purchased a 1998 Stingray 192RS, and am a newbie to the sport. I want to know what all I need to get my boat Coast Guard certified.
Also, do I need to get certified or take a class to run light offshore?
I am looking at getting a low end GPS/Fishfinder combo, but I want to get the best bang for my buck. I am looking at the Humminbird 581i or the 365i.
If you have these would you recomend either one, or is there a better one out there?
