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Power Boating For Dummies

Author:  
Randy Vance
Published:  
March 3, 2009
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Overview

The simple guide to getting on the water and motoring around

Power Boating For Dummies, Second Edition teaches you everything you need to know about buying, choosing, operating, maintaining, and enjoying a power boat, and provides expert guidance for new boaters. This is also a fantastic book for experienced boaters, because it’s full of tips and ideas on improving boating skills and getting the most out of water-time with the latest tech. With this guide, you can ace your boating pilot’s exam and master the techniques you’ll need to stay safe and have fun out there. You’ll also find recommendations on great destinations for

boating trips, plus coverage of all that’s new in the world of boating—touch-screen navigation, automatic docking, smart boats, and even running routes right from your iPhone. Get on board!

  • Choose the right boat for your needs and learn the safety rules
  • Get good at piloting your boat in all kinds of conditions
  • Outfit your boat with the right gear and supplies
  • Discover new tech gadgets to make boating even more fun

For complete beginners who are new to power boating, as well as more experienced boaters looking for a complete reference, Power Boating For Dummies, Second Edition, is a must.

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Power Boating For Dummies Cheat Sheet
Power boating is a fun and relaxing hobby so long as your boat is seaworthy and ready to launch. Simple checks can help make sure that it’s both. As one of the more powerful crafts on the water, you need to know when to give way and when it’s your right to stand on course when encountering another boat.How to determine the seaworthiness of a power boatWhether you’re buying a new or pre-owned power boat or preparing to sell yours, you need to make sure that the boat is shipshape and seaworthy.

About The Author

Randy Vance is a lifelong boater who has made a career of writing about boating. As the operator of a small resort and marina in Missouri for more than 20 years, Vance hosted or appeared on many radio and television programs covering boating and fishing topics. During his tenure at Boating Life, the magazine and some of Vance's articles have won awards in many publishing circles.

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