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Take Note of Your Jet Ski Cover
By Low Jeremy
Jet skis are extremely popular largely because they provide extreme maneuverability in water and the fun of speed. We may not share the same passion for water sports but anyone can guess that once the watercraft skis in the water at a rate of 60 mph or so, well the feeling is just so much that we cant actually put them into words.
A jet ski, otherwise known as personal watercraft or water scooter is a recreational craft where the rider basically sits, crouch or stands rather than resting inside it like that with the boats. Jet skis normally offer rooms for two riders but because of practicality of use, it is now becoming a good alternative for personal boats and mini vessels.
Most popular jet ski models include those that were designed and manufactured by Yamaha, Bombardier and Kawasaki.
As part of the vehicle itself, most manufacturers add jet ski covers to serve any form of protection that their limits may provide.
Jet ski covers serve the primary purpose of increasing protection for the external parts of the vehicle. Jet skis are normally exposed under extreme changes of natural elements. From scorching heat of the sun to the cold waters of the sea or the lake, jet skis surely undergo many changes that if not checked, may cause grave damage on the appearance of the ski.
However, the uses of such covers are normally forgotten. In most cases neglected in the storage room and left there until someone discovers.
This should not be the case, after all we pay for those jet ski covers along with other accessories that come with the machine.
We think that it is now time to rescue those jet ski covers from doom and restore their original features. There are a number of ways and reason to do that. Let us site some of them here.
If you are considering selling off your jet ski, then it would be practical to let loose of the cover too. Mainly because it can help add up to the value of the vehicle itself.
For vinyl jet ski covers, your best bet would be a vinyl protectant. This does not only provide protection against damage but can also augment the lost shine of the watercraft.
For fiberglass jet ski covers however, all you need are fiber glass polish or cleaner. These will help you remove the damage incurred from too much sun exposure and will as well provide enough advance protection.
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Pilot-House sailing yachts - how seaworthy?
Wed, 20 Jun 2007 14:59:28 +0200
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Cockroaches in cardboard boxes brought onto your sailing yacht?
Fri, 25 Nov 2005 18:37:18 +0200
Link] I'm aware of the cardboard/cockroach issue but haven't seen any specific reference to the cardboard rolls that foil, saran, paper towels and toilet tissue are wrapped around. Do you advise eliminating these, and if so, how do you store those items aboard your sailing yacht?.......
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Yacht Clandara in difficulty in the Indian Ocean - Latest News.
Thu, 2 Aug 2007 18:05:48 +0200
Yacht Clandara - catamaran adrift in the Indian Ocean. SA men wait on rescue from yacht Clandara 01/08/2007 12:15 - (SA) Johannesburg - Authorities on the island of Reunion said it could take them until Saturday to get to the yacht Clandara adrift in the Indian Ocean, SABC news reported on Wednesday. Four yachtsmen on board the catamaran Clandara were stranded in deep seas after their yacht lost its mast, sail and radio antenna during heavy storms on Monday evening. Three South African men and one Australian were on board and had been sailing from Durban to Australia.
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Boating Article Of The MonthBuying a Jet Ski - The Must Know Tips
By Al Wood
Buying a jet ski is a big investment. Far too many people go into the process of buying a jet ski without any real idea of what they are doing. This puts you at a big disadvantage as the dealer will have a huge knowledge advantage over you. Far too many people are complacent about this and believe that the dealer has your best interests at heart. This is not the case. They will not necessarily give you the best advice but that which suits them best. As a result, you may end up paying over the odds for a jet ski that doesn't fit your needs. Needless to say, this is not the outcome you want.
So how do you avoid this situation? By arming yourself with all the details necessary to make an informed decision.
Research Your Jet Ski Buying Decision
Just a few years ago, it would be very difficult for all but an expert to be able to access a huge vault of jet ski knowledge. In order to compare the specifications of various jet skis, you would have to visit many dealers and ask careful questions. Search carefully through catalogues and compare statistics.
Luckily, the job of research is much easier now a days. Today, all that is required is internet access. This makes sourcing the data on various jet skis and seeing how they compare an absolute breeze. Be sure to arm yourself with these statistics before you go out on your jet ski buying trip.
Buying Second Hand
Buying second hand is a great way to pick up a high quality personal water craft at a bargain price. It is often said that the value of a new car depreciates the minute you drive it off the lot. The same thing could be said of jet skis (except, of course, you won't be driving it off the lot). New jet skis lose their value very quickly.
If you are willing to buy a used jet ski, this is a great advantage. However, there are dangers too. If at all possible, take someone with you who has experience with jet skis. Their knowledge will be invaluable when it comes to assessing whether a PWC is sea worthy. And if it isn't, how much it will cost to get it into shape.
Don't Be Afraid To Haggle
Most jet ski dealers will have some room for maneuver when it comes to the price at which they sell a particular jet ski. Don't be afraid to step up and fight for the best deal when you buy. The dealer certainly won't be shy when it comes to striking up a deal and neither should you.
To get the most out of your purchase, it is vital that you get yourself in the right frame of mind. You have to know what you want, how much you expect to pay and what you are willing to accept. For any jet ski novice, this is a very tall order. But with a little bit of research and thought, you might just walk away with the bargain jet ski of your dreams.
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Personal water craft are small, fast, easily handled, fairly easy to use, affordable and their propulsion systems, which do not have external propellers, making them safer for swimmers and wildlife. For these reasons, they are used non-recreationally in preference to small motorboats.
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Sydney Harbour Sea Trials - Seeking Sailing Crew
Sun, 16 Sep 2007 12:26:08 +0200
Seeking sailing crew for 44' steel cutter. Join on Sydney Harbour. Yacht is coming to the end of a major refit so initially short trips (1 to 4 hours) are envisaged. Initial destinations are not important, so by route by negotiation.
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Chagos - bad news for cruisers sailing in the Indian Ocean.
Thu, 9 Nov 2006 11:35:43 +0200
Effective 1st Jan 07 the rent will be Pounds Sterling 500 per month, (approx $ 900!), payable in advance for sailing yachts wishing to stop at Chagos in the Indian Ocean!
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Sailing crew for Whitsundays Islands, Australia To Png And Solomons.
Sun, 25 Nov 2007 11:47:46 +0200
Cutter sloop 13.4 Meters and master/owner require sailing crew for great passage and cruising. Share food costs (about 15-20 Aus dollars per day). Own cost to join yacht. No experience necessary. Galley and light deck duties.
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Sailing Crew Wanted From Gibraltar To St Lucia With Arc 2007.
Mon, 27 Aug 2007 18:23:05 +0200
Boat details: Island Packet 420 - 44 foot cruising sloop, fully equipped for long range sailing with two onboard chart plotters, genset, solar panels, wind generator, watermaker, SSB, AIS, radar, and all safety equipment required and recommended by the ARC committee. Sailing crew needed.
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Yamaha boats are much lighter than comparable stern drives. In some cases the weight difference can near 2,000 pounds, giving Yamaha boats an overwhelming power to weight advantage. Less drag in the water allows the engines to operate more effectively. Less weight also makes them easier and more efficient to tow behind a wider variety of vehicles.
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World’s Number One Match Racing Team to Compete in Rolex Osprey Cup
The list of invited skippers for the 2008 Rolex Osprey Cup has been announced by organizers St. Petersburg Yacht Club (St. Petersburg, Fla.). Topping the list at the ISAF Grade 1 match racing regatta is Claire Leroy (Nantes, FRA), the world’s #1 ranked match racer and ISAF Rolex Sailor of ...
Water Treatment For Tanks On Yachts and Boats in general.
Sat, 18 Aug 2007 14:04:16 +0200
Tony Herrick from Cruising Connections asked whether this product was worth considering for the boating industry. The product is made in S Africa and is approved by the SA Burough of Standards and in use by the local Military amongst many other govt. and semi-govt. organizations and private groups. The retail cost for the water treatment would be in the region of about US$20 per 1,000 liters of water. The best for me is that this treatment is odourless and tasteless (Chlorine and bleach free). Please give your comments.
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Sailing crew wanted from Gibraltar To Suez.Wed, 20 Jun 2007 15:06:09 +0200
I am looking for competent and qualified sailing crew for cruising the Mediterranean sea in my Westerly 41'. Departing from Portimäo (Algarve, Portugal) 15th July, crossing Gibraltar and arriving at Egypt at the end of this summer.
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Sailing passage plan from Seychelles to Australia.Wed, 20 Jun 2007 15:11:41 +0200
Does anyone have information/opinions on sailing from Seychelles,Chagos, Cocos Keeling, Australia (Onslow seems closest to Cocos). This should be 3628 nm altogether. Would it be possible to make this passage now in July?
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Sailing crew wanted - New England/Nova Scotia Cruise.
Thu, 10 May 2007 21:33:17 +0200
I am a 64 year old retired engineer looking for an experienced, non-smoking crewmate to join me in a cruise from the Boston area to Nova Scotia and possibly Newfoundland and then back down the New England coast to Groton this summer. You can join the boat any time from 1-15 June near Boston or in Halifax near the end of June. I can provide the on-board room & board aboard my Warwick 42,
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CHAGOS - Breaking News!, Appeal Court Rules in Favour of BIOT Islanders
Wed, 23 May 2007 14:12:37 +0200
Chagos families win legal battle. The islanders have been protesting for the right to return to the island. Families expelled from the Chagos Islands by the British have won their legal battle for the right to return home at the Court of Appeal. Some 2,000 residents were forced out when the British colony in the Indian Ocean was leased to the US in the 1960s to build an air base at Diego Garcia.
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U.S. East Coast, Caribbean, The World!, Long-Term Cruising Under Sail
Tue, 30 Oct 2007 20:50:23 +0200
I'm looking for one-time, some-time or full-time crew, depending on your schedule and how much fun we have sailing together. Prefer a long-term mate, female, 30's to early 40's, slender, fit and under 5'5" (1.65m).
I bought this solid, roomy 42' ketch a year ago and brought her to a boat yard on the St. Johns River, about 30 miles west of St. Augustine, Florida. Here I've done a substantial refit, replacing/upgrading gear from rigging to thru-hulls, and installing a long list of new equipment from radar to water maker. It has been a challenging project, and fun much of the time. The result is one beautiful, eminently seaworthy cruising sailboat! I'm on the home stretch now. You're welcome to join me and help out, if you like. Guaranteed you'd learn a lot! Or you can just visit, see the boat and talk about upcoming cruises.
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Temporary closure of Durban Port
Tue, 10 Oct 2006 19:40:23 +0200
As a prelude to planning for for the widening of the Durban Port Entrance Channel, it is necessary to close the channel to undertake geotechnical drilling. We have been advised that the port closure for geotechnical drilling to be carried out have been scheduled on the following dates, weather permitting: 14th/15th of October
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Sailing Crew Wanted From Malta To Cape Town
Sat, 8 Sep 2007 14:43:59 +0200
I'm a "forced retired" 45 year old Swiss South African software/electronics engineer looking for one fit & good natured male or female sailing crew to join me in an adventure, sailing from from Malta to Cape Town via the Atlantic and Brazil, beginning in October '07, later non-stop from Brazil to Cape Town. My boat is a 35ft steel ketch, primitive but very seaworthy and comfortable. The embarkation point is Malta, Gibraltar or the Canary Islands.
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Sailing Crew Wanted From Gibraltar To St Lucia With Arc 2007.
Mon, 27 Aug 2007 18:23:05 +0200
Boat details: Island Packet 420 - 44 foot cruising sloop, fully equipped for long range sailing with two onboard chart plotters, genset, solar panels, wind generator, watermaker, SSB, AIS, radar, and all safety equipment required and recommended by the ARC committee. Sailing crew needed.
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