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Hookah diving is a great way for people to get into the water without the restriction of having a compressed air tank attached to their backs. On a very simple level, the air that you breathe is coming from the surface. A compressor is attached to a floating device with the pipes and regulators dropped into the water. The diver below uses the regulator attached to the compressor on the surface in order to breathe. Floating Platform, Scuba Gear, Safety Tips, Program Design, Water Sports, Scuba Diving, Pipes, Underwater

Floating Platform

Hookah diving is a great way for people to get into the water without the restriction of having a compressed air tank attached to their backs. On a very simple level, the air that you breathe is coming from the surface. A compressor is attached to a floating device with the pipes and regulators dropped into the water. The diver below uses the regulator attached to the compressor on the surface in order to breathe.

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Marine autopilots are a great bit of tech. There are many advantages to fitting your boat with an autopilot system. However, there are right and wrong ways to use an autopilot. You always need to remember that the system is not a replacement for seamanship. Used in the correct way, an autopilot is a great asset to your boating setup. Used incorrectly and it can be a recipe for disaster. Anchor Systems, Short Break, Take A Nap, Alarm Set, Boating, How To Fall Asleep, Tech

How To Fall Asleep

Marine autopilots are a great bit of tech. There are many advantages to fitting your boat with an autopilot system. However, there are right and wrong ways to use an autopilot. You always need to remember that the system is not a replacement for seamanship. Used in the correct way, an autopilot is a great asset to your boating setup. Used incorrectly and it can be a recipe for disaster.

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One of the most vital instruments on your boat is your compass. When it comes to buying a new one the market can be a bit of a minefield. There’s a wide range of models available and when you add the fact you can choose between different mounting systems and card types, it can all get a bit overwhelming. To help you narrow it all down we have created this comprehensive marine compass buyer’s guide. Electronic Compass, Mariners Compass, Best Boats, Things To Come, Good Things, Night Light, Instruments, Range

Electronic Compass

Mariners Compass

One of the most vital instruments on your boat is your compass. When it comes to buying a new one the market can be a bit of a minefield. There’s a wide range of models available and when you add the fact you can choose between different mounting systems and card types, it can all get a bit overwhelming. To help you narrow it all down we have created this comprehensive marine compass buyer’s guide.

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What is the best shallow water anchor on the market in 2021? There are the current offerings from industry leaders Minn Kota and Power-Pole, however, there are also some budget-friendly under-dogs that are worth a look. To answer the question we have selected 5 top-rated shallow water anchors to give you a comprehensive insight into each. Anchors, Shallow, Top Rated, Budgeting, Insight, Dogs, Anchor

What is the best shallow water anchor on the market in 2021? There are the current offerings from industry leaders Minn Kota and Power-Pole, however, there are also some budget-friendly under-dogs that are worth a look. To answer the question we have selected 5 top-rated shallow water anchors to give you a comprehensive insight into each.

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While diving in Seychelles, off the Great Barrier Reef, and in the Red Sea are popular destinations to experience the wonders of Scuba Diving; once you become a little more accomplished and the dive hours have been gained, it is very natural to want to head to an area a little less known. In the spirit of that, we have come up with 10 secret diving spots that should be added to your bucket list. Get ready for a few surprises. The Far Side, Red Sea, Great Barrier Reef, Lonely Planet, Seychelles, Marine Life, World Heritage Sites

Great Barrier Reef

World Heritage Sites

While diving in Seychelles, off the Great Barrier Reef, and in the Red Sea are popular destinations to experience the wonders of Scuba Diving; once you become a little more accomplished and the dive hours have been gained, it is very natural to want to head to an area a little less known. In the spirit of that, we have come up with 10 secret diving spots that should be added to your bucket list. Get ready for a few surprises.

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We recently took an in-depth look at 5 top-rated shallow anchor systems currently on the market. Both the popular Talon system and offerings from Power Pole clearly made the grade. To complement the review guide, we will now look into some of the big advantages of using a shallow water anchor, and why you might want to consider buying one. Popular, Marketing, Big, Outdoor, Outdoors

We recently took an in-depth look at 5 top-rated shallow anchor systems currently on the market. Both the popular Talon system and offerings from Power Pole clearly made the grade. To complement the review guide, we will now look into some of the big advantages of using a shallow water anchor, and why you might want to consider buying one.

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Wakeboarding is a fantastic sport. However, whether you are a newbie or seasoned pro your comfort on the water is directly related to the quality of your bindings. Ill-fitting or badly designed bindings can turn something fun into the misery of sores and frustration. In some cases, it can be enough to put a beginner off forever. None of us want that to happen. That’s why buying the right wakeboard bindings is so important. Types Of Binding, Wakeboarding, Snowboarding, More Fun, Are You The One, Cases, Snow Board, Snowboards

Types Of Binding

Are You The One

Wakeboarding is a fantastic sport. However, whether you are a newbie or seasoned pro your comfort on the water is directly related to the quality of your bindings. Ill-fitting or badly designed bindings can turn something fun into the misery of sores and frustration. In some cases, it can be enough to put a beginner off forever. None of us want that to happen. That’s why buying the right wakeboard bindings is so important.

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Whether you’re a seasoned professional or thinking about entering the water to free dive for the first time, there are of course some essential pieces of equipment that you need. With that being said, from a beginner’s perspective freediving has a low barrier of entry in terms of gear. Once you have bought a suitable mask, snorkel, and fins you are pretty much ready to get started. However, more experienced freedivers will be looking at advanced equipment. Free Dive, First Time, Diving, Gears, Perspective, Pretty

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or thinking about entering the water to free dive for the first time, there are of course some essential pieces of equipment that you need. With that being said, from a beginner’s perspective freediving has a low barrier of entry in terms of gear. Once you have bought a suitable mask, snorkel, and fins you are pretty much ready to get started. However, more experienced freedivers will be looking at advanced equipment.

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What is the best kayak trailer you can buy in 2021? As with many products, it really does come down to your own specific needs. The main one being the number of kayaks you wish to tow. That being said, some universal features on any kayak trailer buyer’s checklist would be sturdy design, reliable mounts, and an affordable price point. For this in-depth review roundup, we have selected 5 top-rated kayak trailers to give you the ultimate low down. Kayak Trailer, Kayaks, Price Point, Trailers, Number

What is the best kayak trailer you can buy in 2021? As with many products, it really does come down to your own specific needs. The main one being the number of kayaks you wish to tow. That being said, some universal features on any kayak trailer buyer’s checklist would be sturdy design, reliable mounts, and an affordable price point. For this in-depth review roundup, we have selected 5 top-rated kayak trailers to give you the ultimate low down.

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If you own a boat dock it is easy to take it for granted. All your attention is directed towards your boat, with a little leftover for that important construction that sees you, family and friends, safely in and out of the vessel. Because let’s face it, a boat dock does get a battering over the years. Open to the elements and low on our list of priorities, it is a wonder they go on working for as long as they do. However, it is important to maintaining a safe and clean boat dock. Wakeboard Towers, Safe Cleaning Products, Boat Dock, Taken For Granted, New Pictures, Priorities, Over The Years

Wakeboard Towers

Safe Cleaning Products

Taken For Granted

If you own a boat dock it is easy to take it for granted. All your attention is directed towards your boat, with a little leftover for that important construction that sees you, family and friends, safely in and out of the vessel. Because let’s face it, a boat dock does get a battering over the years. Open to the elements and low on our list of priorities, it is a wonder they go on working for as long as they do. However, it is important to maintaining a safe and clean boat dock.

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When summer arrives your motorboat will (hopefully) be getting regular use. A good way to take things to the next level is to kit the boat out for wakeboarding. For this, of course, you need a strong and versatile wakeboard tower. But which should you buy? There’s a number of options available in 20 and knowing which will best suit your needs and your boat can be confusing. That’s where Outdoor Chief comes in. We’ve done the research so you don’t have to. Wakeboard Boats, Motorboat, Tower Design, Suit, Strong

Wakeboard Boats

When summer arrives your motorboat will (hopefully) be getting regular use. A good way to take things to the next level is to kit the boat out for wakeboarding. For this, of course, you need a strong and versatile wakeboard tower. But which should you buy? There’s a number of options available in 20 and knowing which will best suit your needs and your boat can be confusing. That’s where Outdoor Chief comes in. We’ve done the research so you don’t have to.

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Buying trim tabs for your boat is a worthwhile investment. For greater control, stability and safety there are few upgrades you can do that will have more of an impact. However, which trim tab rig should you buy? Will you be installing it yourself or employing professionals? Are you looking for a comprehensive digital control system or more manual-based? The answer to such questions will help narrow down your choice to the best trim tabs for you and your boat. Control Unit, Control System, Best Rated, Best Budget, Rigs, You Can Do, Stability

Buying trim tabs for your boat is a worthwhile investment. For greater control, stability and safety there are few upgrades you can do that will have more of an impact. However, which trim tab rig should you buy? Will you be installing it yourself or employing professionals? Are you looking for a comprehensive digital control system or more manual-based? The answer to such questions will help narrow down your choice to the best trim tabs for you and your boat.

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Pole spears are an affordable and versatile way to begin spearfishing. However, with the many brands and configurations of pole spears available, along with the different tips, bands, and accessories you can buy – which is the best pole spear on the market today? We have tried to answer that with this top 5 review round-up. For our findings at a glancing head to the table below. For a dedicated buyer’s guide plus in-depth reviews of each of our best-rated pole spears, keep on reading. Bands, Reading, Tips, Table, Accessories

Pole spears are an affordable and versatile way to begin spearfishing. However, with the many brands and configurations of pole spears available, along with the different tips, bands, and accessories you can buy – which is the best pole spear on the market today? We have tried to answer that with this top 5 review round-up. For our findings at a glancing head to the table below. For a dedicated buyer’s guide plus in-depth reviews of each of our best-rated pole spears, keep on reading.

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Getting in and out of your boat at the dock can be awkward, especially if you have family and friends wanting to join you in the water. The best way to ensure that everyone can board your boat safely is with a strong and sturdy dock ladder. Of course, there are a ton of these on the market right now and it can be difficult to know which one to buy. Here’s where our dock ladder review round-up can help. We have done the research for you, bringing together 5 top-rated ladders. Pontoon Dock, 4 Step Ladder, Floating Raft, Stainless Steel Tubing, Ladders, Awkward

Stainless Steel Tubing

Getting in and out of your boat at the dock can be awkward, especially if you have family and friends wanting to join you in the water. The best way to ensure that everyone can board your boat safely is with a strong and sturdy dock ladder. Of course, there are a ton of these on the market right now and it can be difficult to know which one to buy. Here’s where our dock ladder review round-up can help. We have done the research for you, bringing together 5 top-rated ladders.

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What is the best hookah dive system you can buy in 2021? That’s exactly what we will look into today. We have taken 5 top-rated systems and put them through their paces. For our findings at a glance, just head to the table below. For an in-depth review of each of our selected hookah systems, plus a short buyer’s guide, keep on reading. Diving Equipment, Deep Water, Electric Power, Global Brands, How To Find Out

Diving Equipment

How To Find Out

What is the best hookah dive system you can buy in 2021? That’s exactly what we will look into today. We have taken 5 top-rated systems and put them through their paces. For our findings at a glance, just head to the table below. For an in-depth review of each of our selected hookah systems, plus a short buyer’s guide, keep on reading.

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When looking for the best kicker motor bracket there are a number of issues to consider. First off, stretching your budget to purchase the highest quality bracket you can afford, can only be beneficial in the long run. These things get knocked around, there’s the corrosive nature of the water as well as the weight, torque, and vibrations of the mounted motor. At the end of the day, you should opt for something built to last. However, which of the many options available should you go for? Trolling Motor, Small Boats, How To Run Longer, Stretching, Budget

How To Run Longer

When looking for the best kicker motor bracket there are a number of issues to consider. First off, stretching your budget to purchase the highest quality bracket you can afford, can only be beneficial in the long run. These things get knocked around, there’s the corrosive nature of the water as well as the weight, torque, and vibrations of the mounted motor. At the end of the day, you should opt for something built to last. However, which of the many options available should you go for?

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To counter the challenges of water-bound navigation, boat engineers developed a device – called the trim tab – that can be fitted at the trailing edge of the boat hull where it allows for adjustment of the pitch attitude and consequently enables the boat to be driven on a leveled plane. Hydraulic Fluid, Hydraulic Pump, Fluid Dynamics, Power Unit, Boater, Engineers, Pitch

Hydraulic Fluid

To counter the challenges of water-bound navigation, boat engineers developed a device – called the trim tab – that can be fitted at the trailing edge of the boat hull where it allows for adjustment of the pitch attitude and consequently enables the boat to be driven on a leveled plane.

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For those that own an inflatable pontoon boat, the question often arises about suitable protection for the bottom of the boat. Just how much maintenance does an inflatable need, and should you be applying paint to the bottom for increased longevity? The fact is, bottom or anti-fouling paint application is an important part of the annual maintenance routine. It helps prevent harmful bacteria and aquatic-bound organisms from eating away at the hull. Inflatable Pontoon Boats, Bottom Paint, Routine, How To Apply, Painting, Painting Art

Inflatable Pontoon Boats

For those that own an inflatable pontoon boat, the question often arises about suitable protection for the bottom of the boat. Just how much maintenance does an inflatable need, and should you be applying paint to the bottom for increased longevity? The fact is, bottom or anti-fouling paint application is an important part of the annual maintenance routine. It helps prevent harmful bacteria and aquatic-bound organisms from eating away at the hull.

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For those that own an inflatable pontoon boat, the question often arises about suitable protection for the bottom of the boat. Just how much maintenance does an inflatable need, and should you be applying paint to the bottom for increased longevity? The fact is, bottom or anti-fouling paint application is an important part of the annual maintenance routine. It helps prevent harmful bacteria and aquatic-bound organisms from eating away at the hull.

For those that own an inflatable pontoon boat, the question often arises about suitable protection for the bottom of the boat. Just how much maintenance does an inflatable need, and should you be applying paint to the bottom for increased longevity? The fact is, bottom or anti-fouling paint application is an important part of the annual maintenance routine. It helps prevent harmful bacteria and aquatic-bound organisms from eating away at the hull.

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Kayaking is a fun sport. And if you venture out often there will inevitably come a time that you will begin to consider buying your own gear. When it comes to the actual kayak you will have two main choices: opt for the hard-sided, rigid kayak known as the hard-shell or the more portable inflatable kayak. So which should you buy? Well, that’s exactly what this article will cover. Cool Things To Buy, Wooden Kayak, Inflatable Kayak, Glass Vessel, Plastic Models

Cool Things To Buy

Inflatable Kayak

Kayaking is a fun sport. And if you venture out often there will inevitably come a time that you will begin to consider buying your own gear. When it comes to the actual kayak you will have two main choices: opt for the hard-sided, rigid kayak known as the hard-shell or the more portable inflatable kayak. So which should you buy? Well, that’s exactly what this article will cover.

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The warm weather will be here before you know it and I don’t know about you but the family and I are getting out in our boat every weekend that we can. It’s as close to bliss as I ever feel. However, it can get crazy hot here this time of year; taking the young ones out without suitable shade is something only a mad man would consider. So this year, I went out and bought a new bimini top before the crippling weather actually arrived. Facebook Cover Design, Young Ones, I Don T Know, Getting Out, Warm Weather, Outdoor Chairs, Bliss, Mad

Facebook Cover Design

The warm weather will be here before you know it and I don’t know about you but the family and I are getting out in our boat every weekend that we can. It’s as close to bliss as I ever feel. However, it can get crazy hot here this time of year; taking the young ones out without suitable shade is something only a mad man would consider. So this year, I went out and bought a new bimini top before the crippling weather actually arrived.

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A jack plate is an excellent addition to your boat. It is one of those tools that once you have installed you will wonder how you ever got by without it. There is, of course, a number of options available when buying a jack plate. From the well-known Atlas jack plate to lesser-known brands, there is also the question of whether you opt for a manual or hydraulic model. To help you we have pulled together this comprehensive buyer’s guide. We have also reviewed 5 quality jack plates. Stainless Steel Fasteners, Small Engine, Extruded Aluminum, Aluminium Alloy, Manual

Stainless Steel Fasteners

Extruded Aluminum

Aluminium Alloy

A jack plate is an excellent addition to your boat. It is one of those tools that once you have installed you will wonder how you ever got by without it. There is, of course, a number of options available when buying a jack plate. From the well-known Atlas jack plate to lesser-known brands, there is also the question of whether you opt for a manual or hydraulic model. To help you we have pulled together this comprehensive buyer’s guide. We have also reviewed 5 quality jack plates.

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What is the best inflatable pontoon boat on the market today? That’s exactly what we have tried to uncover in this detailed review round-up. There’s a lot of models available, and with their various sizes, different weight capacities, and features, and of course price point, it can be difficult to narrow down on a final choice. Models, Templates, Fashion Models

What is the best inflatable pontoon boat on the market today? That’s exactly what we have tried to uncover in this detailed review round-up. There’s a lot of models available, and with their various sizes, different weight capacities, and features, and of course price point, it can be difficult to narrow down on a final choice.

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