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poster — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 09:04:33 +0000

Benefits of a Catamaran
What does catamaran mean and what benefits a catamaran have?
The demand for catamarans has increased over the last few years for good reason. They are very good and advantaged boats for families and friends. They offer so much more space, comfort and privacy. The stability is appreciated by everyone, especially those prone to seasickness. And for those who think they are giving up some of the thrill of putting the rail to the wave, the speed of a catamaran should give you some excitement. The shallow draft allows you access to many private beaches and coves other boats cannot enjoy.

Catamaran is a type of multihulled boat or ship consisting of two hulls. Catamarans can be sail- or engine-powered. The catamaran was first discovered being used by the paravas, a fishing community in the southern coast of Tamil Nadu, India.

Catamarans are a relatively recent introduction to the design of boats for both leisure and sport sailing.
· They have a higher speed than other sailboats of the same size. This is because they can have a much larger sail area due to the larger righting moment. They can reach over 1.5 times the speed of the wind.

· Catamarans are less likely to capsize in the classic ‘beam-wise’ manner but often have a tendency to pitchpole instead – where the leeward (downwind) bow sinks into the water and the boat ‘trips’ over forward, leading to a capsize

· Catamarans are more economic.

· Catamarans are more balanced.

· Catamarans has more maneuverability

You can build your own catamaran easily by following some instructions listed in some websites.

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poster — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 09:03:38 +0000

Finding the Right Wakeboard and Its Bindings
So, you’ve developed a fascination for this sport that goes by the name wakeboarding, and now you want to buy yourself a wakeboard to give this adventure water sport a serious try. Along with the enthusiasm, it is important to choose the right wakeboard equipment to learn and master the sport in the right way.

There are many aspects of wakeboarding equipment like the wakeboard, wakeboard bindings, wakeskates, pylon, wakeboard handles, fins, helmets, etc. The most crucial among these to getting started the right way are, however, the choice of the wakeboard and the bindings.

How to Buy the Right Wakeboard

Since you are new to wakeboarding, the wakeboard you choose is important in determining how well you master this sport; however, at the same time, you need not go for the most expensive wakeboard around in the market. It may not be wise to buy an expensive one at this moment when you know little about the intricacies of a good wakeboard.

The shape and size of the wakeboard is one the first things to look for when buying wakeboard equipment. For beginners, a board with square edges is a good option as it allows the user to have a good control over the board. Controlling the board is among the perquisites to becoming a good wake boarder. You may also choose a longer board which can cut a bigger path through a wake.

A fiberglass board lasts for years through rough waters and weather conditions without getting distorted. You can design your wakeboard any way you like- paint it in colours and themes that match your style!
How to Buy the Right Wakeboard Bindings

As a beginner, take into account some features of a good binding to ensure you sail through those waves effortlessly:

· The cover should be firmly attached to the board, and at the same time feel comfortable and provide support to the feet. They should be made of materials that allow them to be easily stretched in order to lend support to the wake boarder.

· The binding should have movable straps or buckles, the underlay of which be connected to the top of the foot and the Achilles muscle area.

· The hardware of the bindings should be secured with necessary binding accessories like bolts. The foot should not slide over any kind of hardware.

· The foot bed should be strong enough to absorb shock.

The wakeboard binding clutch the boarder’s feet to the board, an thus, determining its quality is extremely important when buying one. The right binding can make wakeboarding a comfortable and pleasurable experience.

Buying the right wakeboard and its bindings is not as simple as just walking into a store and picking one up; especially for a newcomer, it is important to personally experience the feel and style of the wakeboard and its related accessories. So. What are you waiting for, buy a wakeboard today and have some fun on the surfs!

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poster — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 09:02:23 +0000

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poster — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 09:00:27 +0000

2008 Nautique Air 230 Mini Review

I had a chance last week to spend an afternoon on a new 2008 Air 230 from Correct Craft and thought I would post some of my thoughts on the boat. The boat had all the bells and whistles and was equipped with the PCM ZR-6 6.0 liter engine. The boat obviously had plenty of power and as I always have been, I was very impressed with the PCM engine. PCM does a great job with their power plants.

As is typical for a Nautique, the boats quality was very good overall. From the vinyl/carpet to the gelcoat, it was obvious you were in a very nice boat. Sure there were several things about the boat that I wasn’t crazy about (the filler around the side cup holders and the cheesy navigation light on top of the tower) but overall, very nice. I also was not a huge fan of the styling around the back of the boat as it was very blocky and retro looking, but that is just personal preference.

By far the best feature on the boat is the Zero-Off speed control. It is absolutely amazing how well the boat held speed while making sharp turns and driving double ups. The Zero-Off system is nothing short of amazing in my opinion. I believe the Zero-Off is an exclusive for Nautique this year, but may be available for many other boats starting next year. If you have chance to try the system, you will certainly love it.

As far as the wake goes, we only rode behind the boat a couple of times. Once with stock ballast full and 3 people in the boat and the second time with the same setup and about a 600 lb fatsack in the floor. Stock, the wake was okay. It has a nice shape to it but it felt a tad soft or spongy to me. The shape certainly isn’t as steep as the old 210 hull but you can still grab some serious air off of it. With the additional 600 lbs, the wake got marginally better and maintained its shape. One thing we noticed was once we increased the boat speed from about 22 to 23, the wake did get noticeably smaller. None of the folks I was with ever had been in or ridden a 230 wake so we didn’t have very good starting points as far as speed, rope length, and weight. As with all new boats, it takes some time to figure out the sweet spot for the wake and we certainly were not going to be able to do this in one afternoon. I feel like that given some quality time with the boat, you could certainly figure out a configuration that would produce a great wake.

The surf wake on this boat was outstanding on the drivers side. We never tested the other side as everyone was goofy footed. On the drivers side, even without a lot of people and/or weight, the wake big and clean at about 10.8 MPH. It was also long. Great surf wake!

Overall, I was very impressed with the boat and enjoyed our time with it. Like all boats, I can nitpick some things here and there, but I do that with every make and model. If you are looking for a 23 foot wake-boat, you definitely should check out the the Air 230.

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poster — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 08:59:11 +0000

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poster — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 08:57:58 +0000

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poster — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 08:57:01 +0000

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poster — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 05:01:13 +0000

Buying Your First Sport Boat – Invest in Quality
Purchasing a sport boat for yourself and your family can be one of the best choices you ever make; after all, boating is an extremely enjoyable activity and it definitely leads to amazing memories of the time you spent on the lake or ocean. On the other hand, with so many different sport boats out there, how do you know which one is best for you?

First of all, focusing strictly on price and getting the best deal is a mistake in the long run. Remember that you are going to have this boat for a long time and that lower prices typically mean lower quality. Cheaper boats are made to sell quickly and be replaced often, while high end sport boats are expected to last a long time. Furthermore, choosing to buy a bargain priced boat means that the company that produced it is likely to have worse (or no) customer service, as well as less likely to provide replacement parts if you need them or offer repairs. Therefore, you must consider the big picture – you might be paying more at first, but you’ll be saving money over time when your boat retains its value.

The most important reason not to skimp on quality when purchasing your sport boats is safety – the low cost manufacturers may use inferior components, omitted strengtheners or features, or cheaper, thinner hulls. And in the end, your safety is something worth paying for, so buy your boat from a company known for providing high quality sport boats and superior customer service.

Jacqueline is a writer and blogger.
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poster — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 04:59:52 +0000

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