You are either reading this article out of curiosity or you’re worried that your marine battery has exploded. Let’s hope it’s for the first reason! Hydrogen + Oxygen + Heat = Kaboom! A marine battery can explode because of improper charging, poor maintenance, or a battery failure. Let’s go through what would cause a marine…
With the cool chill of winter approaching, you have decided to suspend the use of your boat. Or maybe you are taking a vacation and will be away for a while. But what do you do about your marine battery? How can you keep it charged until the warm breezes of spring blow in, or…
Owning a RIB boat is one of the most fun experiences you can have. Compared to a regular inflatable dinghy, a RIB boat is safer and faster, especially in waves. However, if you’ve never owned a RIB boat before, you may be wondering how to drive and operate it. Luckily, driving a RIB boat is…
Whether you’re a fishing enthusiast or professional who enjoys having the latest tech features, you’ve probably heard of the Minn Kota i-Pilot system. Most of the advanced Minn Kota trolling motors include the i-Pilot system, allowing you to navigate your motor remotely through the use of a GPS. Most people already know how the i-Pilot…
It’s important to check your marine battery before taking off and after it’s been sitting for a couple of weeks or months. One in ten calls for help happens because of a dead battery or other electrical problem. The voltage your marine battery should read when fully charged depends on the size of your motorboat’s…
Perhaps you’re thinking of installing lights on your boat. Or maybe your boat already has lights, and you’re thinking about adding a power source so you can make use of those lights. Many boats have complex lighting systems powered by a marine deep cycle battery. These batteries will often power the lights for hours on…
So you decided to go camping. The only problem is that there is no electricity available. However, you have a marine battery sitting in your boat, which you can use as a power source. Is this possible? Can you use a marine battery for camping? If so, how would you charge it, and can you…
If you rely on your boat batteries, the last thing you want is to leave them on the charger all night, only to find they didn’t charge. This could lead to you being unable to start your boat in the morning or, worse, getting stranded out on the water. If your battery dies unexpectedly or…
It’s important to have a basic idea of how long your marine battery will last on a single charge, especially when it’s powering your trolling motor. If your battery dies unexpectedly, you could find yourself stranded out on the water. But is there any way of knowing how long your battery may last? How long…
If you’re an angler or avid boat enthusiast, the most important tool you’re using is arguably the trolling motor. Unfortunately, it takes the most abuse. That’s because it gets abused by the weather, used for hours on end, and gets bumped against rocks, stumps, and docks. Even if you have a premium trolling motor, you’ll…
When you head out on the water, you want to have confidence that your onboard batteries won’t fail you. For this reason, you’re probably using some type of marine battery for all of your boating needs. But how much water exposure can a marine battery take? If you were to drop it into the water,…
You have had a wonderful day on the water, reeling in a tub full of fish. You load the tub in your car, take a seat behind the wheel, turn the key and then…nothing! Your car battery is dead, and you are stuck. But wait, you have an idea. Why not try to jump start…
If your boat has been sitting in the garage all winter, chances are it’s going to have some trouble starting up once boating season comes around again. So, if your starting battery is dead, what are you supposed to do? Can you jump-start a marine battery? And if so, how? Can you use a car…
Have you ever wondered just how much power is sitting inside a fully charged deep cycle battery? Maybe you’re wondering if it’s powerful enough to run all of your boat’s electronics, a TV, or even an electric scooter. Or maybe you’re just curious about how to determine the battery’s energy density. Either way, keep reading!…
Two of Minn Kota’s most popular and premium trolling motors are the Ultrex and the Ulterra. Since its inception, Minn Kota has been known for its advanced technology allowing anglers to navigate waters and catch fish with ease. These two motors are the gold standard for trolling motors. In fact, you’ll see some of their…
So, you get back from a great day on the water and hook up your marine battery charger. But the next morning, you find that the battery hasn’t charged at all. You may suspect a bad battery at first, but the battery appears to be fine upon closer inspection. Instead of a bad battery, you…
Whether you are an old sea-hand or just curious about life on the water, getting to know boats and how they work is essential. Unless you plan to row, each boat needs power for its motors and other electrical components onboard. In this article, we will become familiar with the best type of battery you…
So, you just spent an enjoyable, sun-filled day on the water, only to discover that your marine batteries took quite a toll during your time out. Maybe you’re thinking of hitting the water again tomorrow, and you don’t want to end up stranded with a dead battery. You’re wondering if you can sufficiently recharge your…
If you’re in the market for a new rigid inflatable boat, you may be wondering about the different kinds available. Specifically, you’ve heard that many RIBs are made of either aluminum or fiberglass. Aside from the materials used to make them, what are some of the major differences between these types of boats? Which one…
If you have a rigid inflatable boat, or if you’re looking to buy one, you may have heard something about the different materials they may be made of. Specifically, you’ve probably heard a lot about PVC and Hypalon boats. But what do these terms mean, exactly? What is PVC, what is Hypalon, and why does…