Outboard trim-and-tilt systems require regular service. I suggest the following procedures be included in an outboard owner’s maintenance routine and that boaters also familiarize themselves with the ...

Serious big-game fishing requires ­educated planning and preparation for the best chance at success. Electronics maintenance should always be on the list for checks and updates as soon as a trip or ...

A snapped steering cable left Joe Shead four miles offshore on Lake Superior — and reminded him he’s better at getting towed ...

The interiors of sport-fishing yachts are an interesting space. They are beautifully handcrafted with fine attention to detail. But unlike a home, they also take a lot of abuse: The inside is shaken ...

Boats and cars share a lot of similar parts that work the same way. In many ways, an outboard motor is like a car engine. However, there are differences. You’re driving in the water with the former ...

Small boats depend on reliable outboard motors. When something goes wrong, the entire trip can change instantly. What started as a normal outing quickly became a troubleshooting session. Diagnosing ...

Brian Keen credits his uncle for getting him into boats. He owned five or six, and as Keen entered college, his uncle’s interest grew—and so did Keen’s. That interest, mixed with Keen’s love of old ...