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The cooling indicator on my outboard was streaming water the other day. Today it's not. Did my water pump fail? Boating 101 Tip |
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Use my five simple boating tips to stay safe on the water. |
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Standard hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily until October 16, 2024. Tolls have been waived again for the 2024 season. Some locks and lift bridges will operate with extended hours through peak navigation season through September 11. For complete hours of operation click the link below. |
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Prevent the spread of aquatic invasives. Boats, trailers, waders and other fishing and boating equipment can spread aquatic invasive species from waterbody to waterbody unless properly cleaned, dried or disinfected after use. Although some invasive species such as water milfoil are readily visible to the human eye, many others are too small to be readily noticed. To avoid spreading invasive species please follow the guidelines at the link below.
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We have the newest New York State Boaters Guide. Stop in TODAY to Knapik's Marine for your free copy.To download a pdf file copy click below. |
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Boating fun just isn't complete without frequent stops. These stops generally require some dock tie up techniques that sometimes present a knotting experience. Here are some simple ones to make tie up easy and secure. |
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Model Year Look Up For In order to identify your model year on any Evinrude, Johnson products or Mercruiser stern drives, use the link provided below. |
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Evinrude Johnson Parts Lookup We can help you with genuine parts for your Evinrude or Johnson product at competitive pricing. Call us at 518-842-8140 |
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Consider investing in a life jacket for your dog. They are extremely affordable and provide your dog safety in the water and also provide a “security blanket” effect while on the boat. You may think your dog is a strong swimmer, but depending on the conditions they could face problems. If you need to pull your dog out of the water, you need something to grab onto and most dog life jackets have a handle so you can lift them out of the water and into the boat. We recommend bringing your dog in for a fitting to check the jacket on your dog before purchasing it and checking to see where straps and buckles fall to make sure it is comfortable for them. Make sure your pet's life jacket fits correctly and is a bright color for maximum visibility. It's also a good idea to give your dog the opportunity to practice swimming in the life jacket before taking them out on the boat. We carry a good selection of dog life jackets and our store is a pet friendly facility. |
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Should I Wax The Bottom Of My Boat? |
I can tell you information that was shared to me by a professional race boat driver. You should never wax the bottom of a boat. The reason is the wax does not allow the water to stick to the bottom surface and therefore only creates more friction during forward motion.
Here is how it works. When the bottom of a boat is either painted or left unwaxed the water is allowed to stick to the surface or "wet the surface".. Since water is now attached to the bottom surface, the water actually acts as slippery medium between the moving boat and the water that is basically standing still. According to what he said, water against water creates a lot less friction, compared to water against wax.
It is more important if you trailer your boat, to keep the bottom clean from road grime by washing with a good boat soap or Dawn. If you leave your boat in all season, bottom paint is a good idea, or a wipe on anti-fouling bottom coat that is some times referred to as bottom wax.
| I have an inflatable tow tube. How do I tell if I have it properly inflated? I have a Express Cruiser, what is the proper procedure to use dock side power? I need parts for my boat engine. What information will I need to get the right parts? If you have a question for our FAQ's, click the email link below and send it in. |
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for details| Take your dog boating today. Here are some great tips and advice to review before you start. |
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Lifejackets Save Lives! Today’s life jackets may not be what you think – many are lightweight, easy to move in, and come in many sizes, styles, and shapes for every person and every sport. There are even ones for pets! It is important to wear a life jacket at all times while boating. It takes just a few minutes to check your PFD's now, to make sure they are ready if you need them. Check out the PFD tips at the link below, for tips on checking your life jackets.
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| Here are some tips of courtesy to follow at marinas you may frequent during your boating excursions. |
Garbage in the water looks bad, and can cause problems for wildlife that mistake it for food and eat it. It is illegal to put any garbage into the water from a vessel that is on a lake, river, or stream. We urge all boaters to stash your trash and to dispose of it properly. |
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| NY Trailering Laws Maximum
Speed Limit: 65. |
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Boat Registration & Titles New York State requires that your boat be registered if it meets certain requirements. For information on boat registrations and titles, use the link below. |
| Starting Batteries vs. Deep Cycle Starting batteries and deep cycle batteries may look the same but are very different in construction and recommended use. Use the link below for detailed information. |
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When you purchase a fishing license, you're helping to protect, preserve and enhance the sport of fishing for today and for generations to come. License fees help pay for fishery and hatchery management, habitat development and protection, endangered species programs, fishing and conservation education, lake maps and other publications, and many other valuable programs. All anglers 16 years of age and older must have a valid fishing license in their possession while fishing in the state of New York. Fishing licenses are available at most town clerks' offices and many sporting goods stores. Go to the link below for the latest information and fee's. |
Here is a handy chart for determining the required shaft length for both transom and deck mount Minn Kota electric motors. |
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The Fishing Equipment & Fishing Tackle Superstore, one of the Northeast's largest fishing tackle retailer and authorized downrigger sales and service center. They carry a huge selection of everything you need to fish. |
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Everything you wanted to know about propellers. Click below for Propeller Basics. |
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Looking how to tie some great boating knots? Check this site out for knots with illustrations. The link will take you directly to the boating knot page. |
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Looking
for the latest Sacandaga levels? Go here to see a graph of current
lake levels along with past year data. |
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