Water Sports

Here is an in-depth yet easy-to-follow description of the starting solenoid used on most Yamaha jet ski starting systems.

Storing a Catalina 27 sailboat for a long winter on the Great Lakes can be an expensive proposition. We found an inexpensive solution that every practical sailor can appreciate.

Why not take up scuba diving? It's exciting and relatively expensive, but you have to learn a few new things and you might have a hard time finding diving buddies.

Do you need to replace that old wear ring on your jet ski? Steps, photo's and instructions on the process of replacing the wear ring.

One of the things I fear is having my canoe sink or scuttle if I ever capsize. So, as an extra measure of caution I decided to add floatation chambers to the bow and stern. *corrected calculations

Yes, you absolutely can jump start a jet ski. Use another healthy battery, another jet ski, your vehicle, or a jump starter. Each method has its own highly important cautions for your safety as well as your jet ski's.

A description of how to attach the strips. Expansion of "Building a Cedar Strip Canoe: The Basics". More details this time.

Kayaking alone might require a little more effort than going with a group, but it can be quite fun and rewarding. Learn how to kayak solo safely and smartly.

Yet another fascinating kayaking destination is the Anclote River Park located in Hudson, Florida. Coastal mangroves, sleepy inlets, and amazing wildlife abound here on Florida's Gulf Coast.

Oh no, is your anchor stuck? Here's the best (and safest) ways to try to free it.

Now that you've finally achieved your dream of owning a boat, the next crucial step before exploring the ultimate freedom of the seas is to give it a name. Here is a list of over 400 cool and classy names for your spanking new vessel.

Making wooden foot braces for a cedar-strip canoe or kayak.

Simple steps to troubleshoot the starting system on a Yamaha jet ski.

A description of how shape and sand the hull then apply fiberglass and epoxy. Expansion of "Building a Cedar Strip Canoe: The Basics". More details this time.

Endless lakes, rivers, dams, and ponds make Michigan a kayaker's paradise. This article features kayaks for sportsmen, adventurers, and lovers of leisure.

If you're ready to quit your job and buy a sailboat, find out how these four sailing entrepreneurs are making it work through crowdfunding.