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Don’t Sweat It – Douse and Reef with a Lazy Jack System

By Danny Cruz

Lazy Jack System

A lazy jack system on your sailboat – a classic case of form vs. function. Some say it’s uncool. Some say it’s the usefulness that matters. Up to you to decide. Lazy jacks are rigging lines that are fitted to the upper section of the mast and come down towards the back and middle of […]

Filed Under: Boat Equipment, Boat Maintenance Tagged With: boat advice, equipment, maintenance

The Ultimate Detailed Antifouling Boat Bottom Paint Guide

By Danny Cruz

Antifouling Boat Bottom Paint Banner

With such a big array of choices for antifouling boat bottom paint, the task of selecting the right one can be daunting. Read on to learn which one is right for your boat! This column is part of a 2 part series on boat paints. This section will focus on anti-fouling bottom paints where the […]

Filed Under: Boat Maintenance, Essential Reading Tagged With: antifouling, boat paint, bottom paint, maintenance

Boat Bilge Pump Importance, Setup and Maintenance

By Danny Cruz

Bilge Pump

Simple Intro: A bilge pump can help keep your boat from sinking A bilge pump is an absolute necessity in any vessel. A bilge pump is a water pump designed to pump water out of the deepest part of the bilge of a boat. Many small boats for day use can get away with a […]

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What Makes FloatWays Unique For You and Why You Should Stick Around

We love boats! We love everything about boats! FloatWays is dedicated to the art of boating and sailing. Whether it be in the ocean or the lake, we are devoted to the lifestyle and all the joys that come from being on the water. We are people who have practically been raised aboard boats. At the same time, FloatWays believes in being humble, friendly and down to earth (er … More

Sunglasses Guide for Boats

At FloatWays we pay a lot of attention to the visual aspect of the water activities in which we participate. This means we are focused on enjoying our outdoor life by making sure we have the best optical clarity and sun protection we can get. Not only that, but we like to look good while doing it. We've created this sunglasses guide for that very reason. As we look into what the market has to offer for functional and stylish sunglasses and review them on FloatWays, we'll … More

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