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Gaining the “Racer’s Edge” on Lake Michigan

Lake Michigan is a popular place for sailboat races. It is easy to see why: the winds are high, the water is smooth, and the weather is (sometimes) beautiful. Boat racing on Lake Michigan has grown in popularity in recent years. If you are new to the sport of boat racing – or are thinking …

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Follow These Precautions for Fun Family Boating

Taking the whole family out on the lake can make for a fun day, or even weekend. That said, there are certain precautions that you will need to follow to ensure that everyone stays safe on the water. The tips below will help ensure your fun family boating on Lake Michigan. Know the Life Jacket …

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Storing Your Powerboat for The Winter

Now that we are into the fall season, it is time to start thinking about storing your powerboat for the winter. Yes, you still have some time to take your boat out on the lake this fall, but winter will be here before you know it. Here in the Chicago area, it is important to …

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Tips for Storing Your Mast for the Winter

While many experienced sailboat owners have their winter routines down to a science, others are constantly debating what the optimal winter storage situation is. One of the debates regularly heard come the off-season is whether one should store their mast down, or up. Those who support unstepping the stick argue that leaving it up provides minimal …

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Your Powerboat Maintenance Checklist

Boat maintenance is a time-consuming – but necessary – part of owning a boat. Doing the hard work of maintaining your boat allows you to do all the fun stuff, like taking your boat out on the lake. Because there are so many working parts to a boat, it can be difficult to keep track …

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