Joomla! site syndication http://marineconsumer.com Sat, 06 Sep 2008 11:18:04 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://marineconsumer.com/images/M_images/joomla_rss.png http://marineconsumer.com Joomla! site syndication http://marineconsumer.com/boats/articles/what-is-it-about-nautical-gifts-for-christmas.html What Is It About Nautical Gifts For Christmas? Roy Thomsitt If you are considering looking for a nautical gift, for a friend or relative, this Christmas, then you are in good company. Buying gifts is something that just about everybody indulges in at one time or another during the year, especially Xmas. So, it is no surprise to know that millions search for gifts on the internet. What is more of a surprise though is that nautical gifts are amongst the most popular. Why should a gift of a nautical nature be more sought after than a romantic gift or gift for mum? If recent search statistics are to be believed, then a gift to do with the sea is the more popular . Boats - Articles Fri, 05 Oct 2007 05:23:54 +0100 http://marineconsumer.com/boats/articles/picking-out-the-ultimate-fishing-boat.html Picking Out The Ultimate Fishing Boat by Michael Sneed You and your family are heading out early in the morning for a day of fishing in your brand new fishing boat. You hit that highway that leads to the lake, excited voices echoing throughout your SUV. Your wife and kids are just as delighted with the new boat as you are and are discussing the whopper they hope to catch. You arrive at the lake, launch the runabout that contains the entire family's fishing gear and in no time at all, you are skimming across the water, every family member safely encased in a lifejacket. You just know that this is going to be a great family outing and everyone loves the new fishing boat. Boats - Articles Fri, 05 Oct 2007 05:19:39 +0100 http://marineconsumer.com/boats/articles/tips-on-buying-your-first-gps-unit.html Tips on Buying Your First GPS Unit by: Adrienne MacDonald An introduction to GPS technology, the various types of GPS systems on the market, and tips on choosing a unit that is right for you. Anyone that enjoys the great outdoors has probably heard of GPS devices. They can come in handy when you are hiking, boating, biking, or doing just about anything else in the great outdoors. Twenty years ago, you had to rely on a compass the position of the sun and stars and your own common sense. Not anymore! Now you can have a handy little device that can pinpoint your exact location at any given time of day. Boats - Articles Mon, 09 Aug 2004 08:30:34 +0100 http://marineconsumer.com/boats/articles/what-you-should-know-about-rigid-inflatable-boats.html Rigid Inflatable Boatsby: Kristy Annely A rigid inflatable boat is defined as a hard-hulled boat with air inflatable collars. RIB hulls are made of fiberglass, aluminum or composite materials. The soft bumpers or fenders, called sponsons, can be air tubes, or all foam systems. These boats are powered by a variety of motors and usually come from the manufacturer as a package – boat with tube, motor and trailer. Boats - Articles Mon, 09 Aug 2004 08:30:34 +0100