Monday, 24 August 2009
Buying a Boat? Consider Grumman Boats
Let’s face it. Buying a boat is not a trivial decision. Boats are expensive to buy, and if you make the wrong choice, can be expensive to own and maintain. So if you have made the decision to buy a boat, a good option to consider would be Grumman boats.
After all, a company that makes aircraft should know how to build a better boat, and Grumman has been doing just that since 1944, when the vice-president of Grumman Aircraft decided to use their lightweight aluminum to build a canoe.Grumman boats are made with the same care and attention to detail as the Grumman aircraft. They are all made of strong, marine grade aluminum for light weight and strength, but the bow eyes and fasteners are made of corrosion resistant stainless steel for extra strength. The interiors feature a ribless design for an unobstructed deck, an easy to access transom plug, and built in drink holders along the seats.
Grumman boats are chosen by people who are serious about their boating, whether for work or pleasure. Their reputation for building a stable, strong, and durable water-craft is unparalleled in the industry. Even in the roughest of water, their heavy, extruded keels maintain extra stability as well as protecting the hull from underwater hazards.
If you are serious about your boating, get a serious boat!
Sunday, 23 August 2009
Catamaran Boats: A Brief History
Catamaran boats have existed for centuries; the time of their exact birth is unknown to Western scholars and historians.
They are, by definition, multihulled ships in which buoyancy is produced and weight is distributed by/to more than one hull. The first recorded use of the catamaran, using this definition, occurred in 1697 in the Bay of Bengal, India.
The English buccaneer William Dampier, who first witnessed them, claimed that they were called 'Catamarans', and ever since then that has been the name applied to any multihulled boat. Similar boats were later discovered in the distant islands of the South Pacific. The native peoples of these islands used the craft to cover long distances, enabling the settlement of large swaths of ocean.
The use of the catamaran boats continued to be limited to native peoples of Asia until the 19th and 20th century. During the 19th century a single boat builder in the United States, Nathanael Herreshoff, began constructing these multihulled boats. They were subsequently banned by boat racing authorities and did not gain widespread use until the 20th century when they began being employed for both recreational purposes and logistical endeavors.
In 1947 a famous surfer, Woodbridge Brown, began building ocean-worthy catamarans in Hawaii. An English boat factory started manufacturing catamarans the following decade. These boats proved to be highly competitive and won many boat races.
Catamarans grew larger and faster near the end of the 20th century, they were employed as ferries and military ships; their high speed and weight carrying capacity making them ideal vessels for these purposes.
They are, by definition, multihulled ships in which buoyancy is produced and weight is distributed by/to more than one hull. The first recorded use of the catamaran, using this definition, occurred in 1697 in the Bay of Bengal, India.
The English buccaneer William Dampier, who first witnessed them, claimed that they were called 'Catamarans', and ever since then that has been the name applied to any multihulled boat. Similar boats were later discovered in the distant islands of the South Pacific. The native peoples of these islands used the craft to cover long distances, enabling the settlement of large swaths of ocean.
The use of the catamaran boats continued to be limited to native peoples of Asia until the 19th and 20th century. During the 19th century a single boat builder in the United States, Nathanael Herreshoff, began constructing these multihulled boats. They were subsequently banned by boat racing authorities and did not gain widespread use until the 20th century when they began being employed for both recreational purposes and logistical endeavors.
In 1947 a famous surfer, Woodbridge Brown, began building ocean-worthy catamarans in Hawaii. An English boat factory started manufacturing catamarans the following decade. These boats proved to be highly competitive and won many boat races.
Catamarans grew larger and faster near the end of the 20th century, they were employed as ferries and military ships; their high speed and weight carrying capacity making them ideal vessels for these purposes.
Tuesday, 11 August 2009
Duroboat Aluminum Boats
Duroboat Aluminum Boats are perfect for family fishing trips. Adults and children alike will enjoy the beauty of the boat, the mechanics of it and best of all, the power and speed available.
Duroboat's Compound Curvature design allows the boat to glide smoothly over rough waters and is also designed in a way so that there is plenty of room for several family members to sit and enjoy the views around them.
What makes this boat extra family friendly is the safety it provides. It is constructed with Durojoint construction on all hull seams, which makes it a stronger and more efficient boat. The aluminum structure resists rust, maintaining its natural beauty for many years to come.
A Duroboat can be used for a day of family fishing or used while camping for several days of fun. It is an adventure for kids to take a ride in the boat and end up in the middle of the lake or ocean for hours of fishing.
Be prepared with plenty of fishing equipment for the whole family to catch some fish. This will include fishing poles, fishing licenses, bait and a container to keep the fish fresh in until you get to shore.
Fresh fish makes a great meal for a camping trip. You can use this opportunity to teach kids how to clean a fish and cook it on the grill or over a campfire. There's nothing more enjoyable than a day of fishing in a nice boat followed by cooking your catch for a family dinner.
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