by Ed Black
A harrowing incident unfolded near Hart Island in New York City when a boat fire forced nearly two dozen people into the water. The blaze, which occurred on Saturday night, resulted in one person being critically injured and the boat’s captain arrested on...
by Ed Black
This article explores a fun experiment: combining three electric outboard motors on a 17-foot Boston Whaler. The goal was to see if adding two 12-volt trolling motors to an ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus would increase the boat’s speed. It’s not a typical...
by Ed Black
Ever wanted to make something cool with just a piece of paper? Well, you’re in luck! This guide will show you exactly how to make a boat with paper. It’s a fun, simple project that anyone can do, and you’ll have your own little paper boat ready to...
by Ed Black
Outboard engines have really changed the boat market in recent years, showing up on all sorts of boats where you never used to see them. While they’ve got some great things going for them, it’s also good to know about some of the common issues that can...
by Ed Black
Revolutionary advancements in marine technology are transforming boat stability, promising a more comfortable and safer experience on the water. From ancient Polynesian innovations to modern gyroscopic stabilizers and dynamic attitude control systems, the quest for...
by Ed Black
This article looks at the contents of a boat box, a portable kit that can be taken on any small boat. It holds important paperwork, safety gear, and other items needed for a day out on the water. The idea is to have one box that covers the essentials for various small...
